"Fifty Shades of Grey" is a 2015 erotic romantic drama film directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson and based on the novel of the same name by E. L. James. The film stars Dakota Johnson as Anastasia Steele, a literature student, and Jamie Dornan as Christian Grey, a wealthy and mysterious businessman.
The story revolves around the unconventional relationship between Anastasia and Christian, who introduces her to the world of BDSM (bondage, discipline, dominance, submission, sadism, and masochism). As their relationship develops, Anastasia must navigate Christian's controlling tendencies and past traumas while deciding whether to fully embrace his lifestyle or pursue her own desires and independence.
"Fifty Shades of Grey" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances and chemistry between the leads, while others criticized its dialogue, pacing, and portrayal of BDSM. However, the film was a commercial success, grossing over $571 million worldwide. It spawned two sequels: "Fifty Shades Darker" (2017) and "Fifty Shades Freed" (2018), completing the film adaptation of E. L. James's trilogy.