Women in the Dark
Women in the Dark

Movie spotlight

Women in the Dark

2019
Movie
118 min
English

These women are beguiling mysteries to one another, but not for much longer... A compilation of shorts featured around lesbian and female sexuality.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Sofia NorénGenres: Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A woman returns to her childhood home after her mother's death to uncover dark family secrets. As she delves deeper into her past, she unearths disturbing truths about her family's involvement in a sinister pact. The investigation puts her own life in danger as she confronts the shadows that have haunted her family for years.

Critical Reception

Women in the Dark received mixed to positive reviews, with critics generally praising its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actresses, particularly Pernilla August. Some reviews noted that the film's pacing could be slow at times, and that the plot occasionally felt convoluted. However, the overall sentiment leaned towards appreciating its unsettling mood and exploration of psychological themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong acting.

  • Criticized for occasional slow pacing and a complex narrative.

  • Found to be an unsettling psychological thriller that explores dark family dynamics.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film is set in a remote Swedish countryside, enhancing its isolated and suspenseful atmosphere.

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