The Ogre's Wife

A young girl named Tinja desperately tries to please her mother, whose public persona as the creator of a popular internet vlog hides a dark secret. Tinja's attempts to be the perfect daughter are disrupted by the sudden appearance of an injured bird, which she brings home and secretly nurses. This act of kindness triggers a series of disturbing events that challenge Tinja's reality and her mother's carefully constructed facade.

The Ogre's Wife received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension, unsettling imagery, and strong performances, particularly from its young lead. Some noted its deliberate pacing and abstract nature, which might not appeal to all viewers, but overall it was recognized for its unique take on psychological horror and themes of motherhood and identity.

• Praised for its disturbing and surreal atmosphere.

• Noted for compelling performances, especially from the lead actress.

• Acknowledged for its thematic depth regarding maternal control and repressed desires.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a captivating and visually striking horror experience, appreciating its unsettling narrative and unique premise. Some viewers noted that the film's slower pace and ambiguous elements required patience, but the overall consensus was one of intrigue and a memorable, creepy viewing.

Selected to screen at the Sundance Film Festival in 2022.

The film's director, Hanna Bergholm, drew inspiration from fairy tales and the darker aspects of childhood to create the unsettling tone.