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Daucus Carota
A community of women lives in an old convent that falls apart. They never talk and strive to keep everything clean. One day, Irene realizes for the first time that there is much more beyond the routine she and her sisters keep doing over and over. Irene, following nature’s signs, starts a journey of reconnection with her own impulses and body to finally find her own voice.
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Plot Summary
In a remote Siberian village, a young woman named Anya grapples with a mysterious illness that affects the community. As her condition worsens, she uncovers dark secrets about the village's past and a sinister ritual connected to the local flora. Anya must confront the unsettling truth before the ancient curse consumes her and everyone she holds dear.
Critical Reception
Daucus Carota received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and unique visual style, though some found the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally convoluted. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some captivated by its unsettling themes and others put off by its bleakness.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its eerie atmosphere and distinctive visual aesthetic.
Criticized for its deliberate pacing and sometimes opaque storytelling.
Applauded for its unsettling exploration of folk horror and isolation.
Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's unique and disturbing atmosphere, as well as its artistic cinematography. However, a notable portion of viewers found the plot difficult to follow and the overall tone too grim.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Fantasia International Film Festival. Won 'Most Disturbing Film' at the Shriekfest Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film's distinctive visual style was heavily inspired by traditional Russian folk art and the stark beauty of the Siberian landscape, with much of the filming taking place in remote, hard-to-access locations.
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