Mary Loss of Soul
After vanishing from her family’s lake house, 15 year-old Mary Solis returns without any memory of the traumatic events she experienced—and without part of her soul. Even while a shocking mystery surrounds her disappearance, and her disembodied soul begins a grim haunting, the Solis family’s biggest fear has yet to be faced. When it’s discovered that two little girls, the same age as Mary’s sister, Sophia, went missing on the lake the very night that Mary disappeared, the stakes are raised. Is Mary suffering from a centuries old condition known as Loss of Soul? Or, is it something more nefarious? After enlisting the help of a Shaman, the Solis family embarks on a journey to the spirit worlds, hunting for a supernatural cure.
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Plot Summary
Following a traumatic childhood event involving her mother's disappearance, Mary struggles with psychological scars and a lingering fear of the supernatural. As an adult, she becomes obsessed with unraveling the mystery of her mother's fate, delving into unsettling local legends and facing her deepest anxieties. Her investigation leads her to question reality and confront a darkness that may be more than just a figment of her imagination.
Critical Reception
Mary Loss of Soul is an independent horror film that garnered attention on the festival circuit for its atmospheric tension and psychological depth. While praised for its ambitious storytelling and unsettling mood, some critics noted its slow pacing and ambiguity. Audience reception varied, with many appreciating its unique take on grief and the supernatural, while others found it too abstract.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its strong atmosphere and psychological exploration of trauma.
- Commended for its unique blend of horror and drama, focusing on internal struggles.
- Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and reliance on ambiguity.
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Awards & Accolades
The film screened at various film festivals, including the Dances With Films festival in 2015, where it received positive attention.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Analeise Smith, has stated that the inspiration for the movie came from a combination of personal experiences with grief and an interest in folklore and the uncanny.
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