Pearl

In 1918, Pearl dreams of becoming a movie star and escapes her restrictive farm life to pursue her ambitions. However, her desires lead her down a dark and violent path as she struggles with her mental state and her obsession with fame. The film delves into the origins of the titular character, showcasing the disturbing events that shape her into a serial killer.

Pearl was widely praised by critics for its performances, direction, and visual style, particularly Mia Goth's central performance. It was seen as a successful expansion of the 'X' universe, offering a compelling and disturbing character study.

• Mia Goth delivers a tour-de-force performance, anchoring the film with her intense portrayal.
• Ti West's direction creates a visually striking and atmospheric horror experience.
• The film successfully delves into the psychological horror of its protagonist.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Pearl, praising Mia Goth's captivating performance and the film's disturbing atmosphere. Some found the pacing a bit slow, but overall, it was seen as a worthy and intense prequel.

Mia Goth received critical acclaim and nominations for her performance, including from the Saturn Awards.

The entire film was shot in secret over a three-month period in New Zealand before the release of its predecessor, 'X'.