Some of the monologues can feel self-indulgent, however, as Zendaya and Washington work with an often painfully self-aware script. There’s a tirade against the obtuseness of film critics which lasts almost 10 minutes, and musings about whether all art is political that are worthy of an eye roll.

But if you couldn’t take your eyes off Zendaya in Euphoria, also written and directed by Sam Levinson, you’ll be bowled over by her performance here. One particular scene, in which Marie proves to Malcolm that she should’ve been cast in his film, is utterly thrilling and acted with a wisdom well beyond her 24 years. The age difference between the two leads sparked whispers in the run-up to the film’s release (Washington is 12 years her senior) but it’s not a disparity that shows – Zendaya simply outshines him.

Malcolm And Marie review: this Oscar-tipped Netflix Original proves less is more