Alma

Alma, a sensitive and introverted teenager, grapples with the sudden and inexplicable death of her best friend, Mia. As she navigates her grief, Alma begins to experience disturbing visions and a growing sense of unease, particularly around Mia's family. The film explores the unsettling nature of loss and the psychological toll it can take, blurring the lines between reality and Alma's internal turmoil.

Alma received positive reviews for its atmospheric tension and a strong central performance. Critics noted its ability to tap into primal fears and adolescent anxieties, though some found the pacing deliberately slow.

• Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and exploration of grief.
• Applauded for a compelling lead performance that anchors the film's emotional weight.
• Noted for its deliberate, sometimes slow, build-up of dread.

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Screened at the Fantasia International Film Festival.

The film's director, Ariane Louis-Seize, also wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from adolescent experiences of grief and the supernatural.