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Curse of Medea
On January 27, 2010, Okpako visited the (East) German author Christa Wolf to discuss a film project based on Wolf's novel Medea: A Modern Retelling. Over tea, with the sound of planes landing at nearby Schönefeld airport, they talk about how she came to tell the story of Medea the immigrant, treated with suspicion in her host country, and are joined by the voices of Medea, Jason, Agameda, Glaucke and the passing of the East German era. This film premiered at the Berlinale in 2014.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, haunted by the tragic past of her family and a series of mysterious occurrences, begins to question her sanity. As the 'curse' seems to manifest, she must confront dark family secrets and a malevolent presence that threatens to consume her.
Critical Reception
Curse of Medea received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its atmospheric tension and performances, particularly from its lead actress, while others found its plot convoluted and its scares uninspired.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performance.
Criticized for a predictable plot and reliance on jump scares.
Some viewers found the supernatural elements intriguing, while others felt they were underdeveloped.
Google audience: Audience reception for Curse of Medea is largely unavailable in aggregated form, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film draws heavily from Greek mythology, specifically the tragic figure of Medea, reinterpreting her story in a modern, albeit supernatural, context.
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