Cracks

In an elite girls' boarding school in Ireland, a mysterious new student, Fiamma, arrives and quickly captivates the attention of her classmates, particularly the charismatic popular girl, Girdle. The school's sense of order begins to fray as jealousy and obsession take root, fueled by the enigmatic nature of their idolized teacher, Miss G. Events spiral as the girls' intense relationships and hidden desires push them towards a dangerous confrontation.

Cracks received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising the atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actresses, particularly Eva Green and Juno Temple. However, some critics found the plot to be somewhat underdeveloped and the pacing uneven, leading to a film that was visually striking but narratively lacking for some.

• Visually arresting and atmospheric, but ultimately struggles with narrative focus.

• Eva Green delivers a captivating performance as the alluring and manipulative teacher.

• The film effectively explores themes of obsession and repression among adolescent girls.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the film's moody atmosphere and strong performances, while others found the story slow and the characters difficult to connect with.

The film is based on the 2005 novel of the same name by Sheila Kohler.