Daughter
Daughter explores the way women are viewed in society by following three female characters on a Friday night out in St Kilda, who's lives become entwined and affected by an act of violence this fateful night. The award winning short film and an awareness project was inspired by the tragic murder cases of Jill Meagher in Brunswick and St Kilda's own Tracy Connelly, whose occupation as a sex worker was highlighted in the media, leading to her murder and personal story being sadly overshadowed. The main themes explored in the film are violence against women and victim blaming, shown through the eyes of three female leads, lead by Katherine Langford (13 Reasons Why) as Scarlett, Aisha Tara (Heartbreak High) as Jemma and Carolyn Rey as Alethea.
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Plot Summary
In 1630s New England, a Puritan family banished from their plantation faces a terrifying supernatural presence in the woods surrounding their isolated farm. As crops fail and livestock die, paranoia and religious fervor grip the family, leading them to suspect witchcraft and evil forces are at play. The youngest daughter, Thomasin, becomes the focus of their escalating fear and accusations.
Critical Reception
Robert Eggers' directorial debut, 'The Witch,' was critically acclaimed for its atmospheric tension, authentic period detail, and unsettling horror. Critics praised its slow-burn approach to terror and its exploration of religious extremism and paranoia. It was seen as a sophisticated and intelligent horror film that relied on psychological dread rather than jump scares.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its masterful atmosphere and period authenticity.
- Lauded for Anya Taylor-Joy's breakout performance.
- Noted for its chilling, psychological approach to horror.
Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's oppressive atmosphere and its ability to create a sense of dread. Many felt it was a unique and thought-provoking horror experience. However, some viewers found the pacing too slow or the subject matter too bleak.
Awards & Accolades
Won awards at Sundance Film Festival (Directing), Fangoria Chainsaw Awards (Best Wide Release Film), and received nominations at Saturn Awards.
Fun Fact
The dialogue in 'The Witch' is derived from primary source documents of the period, including journals and historical accounts, to ensure authenticity in its archaic language.
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