The Falling

In 1969, at an all-girls English boarding school, a mysterious fainting epidemic begins to sweep through the student body. As more girls succumb to the inexplicable fits, two best friends, Lydia and Abbie, find their bond tested amidst the growing unease and suspicion. The strange occurrences force the students and faculty to confront hidden anxieties and unspoken truths about themselves and their environment.

The Falling received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension, strong performances, and unique premise. While some found its enigmatic nature frustrating, many commended its bold exploration of female adolescence and societal pressures.

• Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and evocative portrayal of teenage angst.

• Florence Pugh's breakout performance was widely highlighted.

• Some critics found the ambiguous narrative lacking a clear resolution.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's unique, mysterious premise and the strong performances, particularly from the young cast. However, some viewers found the story's ambiguity and lack of clear explanations to be a drawback.

Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Foreign Language at the 73rd Golden Globe Awards (though it did not win).

Director Carol Morley was inspired to make the film after hearing about real-life fainting epidemics that occurred in schools during the 1960s and 70s.