Film Review | A bleak take on modern romance: “The Lobster” - Kansas State Collegian

Film Review: A Bleak Take on Modern Romance - "The Lobster"

"The Lobster" is set in a dystopian world where being single is illegal. In this world, individuals who do not find a partner within 45 days are transformed into an animal of their choice.

Single people are escorted to a hotel to find a match. Each day, they hunt for loners, a group of rebels living in the woods, with tranquilizers for extra time in the hotel.

Couples matched through a shared trait undergo programs before being released into the world, where their lives revolve around their relationships.

The film explores a unique and bleak take on modern romance.

Author's summary: A dystopian romance film with a unique twist.

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The Kansas State Collegian The Kansas State Collegian — 2025-10-16

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