She Will
She Will

She Will

2022Movie95 minEnglish

Veronica, an aging film star, retreats to the Scottish countryside with her nurse Desi to recover from a double mastectomy. While there, mysterious forces give Veronica the power to enact revenge within her dreams.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes67%
Metacritic53/100
Google Users68%
Director: Richard ShepardGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A once-famous horror actress, Veronica Ghent, travels to a remote Scottish estate and wellness retreat with her nurse, Desi, to recover from a mastectomy. While there, she experiences vivid nightmares and disturbing visions, leading her to believe that the retreat's methods are linked to a dark, ancient power within the surrounding wilderness. As her grip on reality blurs, Veronica must confront the terrifying truth about her own past and the sinister forces at play.

Critical Reception

She Will received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its atmospheric tension, visual style, and Catherine McCormack's performance, while some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted or underdeveloped. Audiences generally responded similarly, appreciating the gothic horror elements but occasionally expressing disappointment with the pacing or resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its eerie atmosphere and striking visuals, creating a palpable sense of dread.
  • Catherine McCormack's performance as the troubled lead is a standout element.
  • Some critics found the narrative's pacing and ambiguous mythology to be less effective.
  • Offers a unique blend of psychological horror and folk elements.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'She Will' to be an atmospheric and visually engaging horror film, with many appreciating its attempts at a more artistic and psychological approach to the genre. While some viewers felt the plot could have been clearer or more resolved, the overall sentiment was positive, highlighting its creepy mood and strong lead performance.

Fun Fact

The film's Scottish setting plays a significant role in its atmosphere, with the rugged landscape and ancient folklore being integral to the horror narrative.

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CinemaSerf

Alice Krige and the beautiful Speyside scenery of Scotland do stand out, but otherwise this is a rather unremarkable mystery. She is an ageing actress who sets off to this remote part of the kingdom with her nurse "Desi" (Kota Eberhardt) in...