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Stephanie Daley
Stephanie collapses in a pool of blood while on a school skiing trip. A doctor discovers that the blood is the after-effects of giving birth. Soon afterward, the body of a newborn baby is found in a toilet, its mouth blocked with toilet paper. Despite Stephanie's insistence that her child was stillborn and that she had no idea that she was pregnant, she is arrested for the murder of the child.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Stephanie Daley, is found near death and unable to speak, having been brutally attacked. Her girlfriend, Ernestine, is the prime suspect. As Detective Forman investigates, the tangled relationships and hidden secrets surrounding Stephanie's life begin to unravel, revealing a complex web of emotional turmoil and psychological distress.
Critical Reception
Stephanie Daley garnered mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise directed at the performances of its lead actresses, especially Tilda Swinton and Amber Tamblyn. Critics noted the film's sensitive handling of complex themes and its suspenseful narrative, though some found its pacing and resolution to be less effective.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong performances, particularly from Tilda Swinton and Amber Tamblyn.
The film is commended for its exploration of complex psychological and emotional themes.
Some critics found the narrative pacing and ending to be somewhat lacking.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the compelling performances and the thought-provoking nature of the story, with many appreciating the film's willingness to tackle difficult subject matter. Some viewers found the film emotionally challenging and the plot's ambiguity frustrating.
Fun Fact
Director Hilary Brougher based the film's storyline on a real-life incident that occurred in Florida, though she significantly altered the details and characters for the fictional narrative.
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