So, this movie was all kinds of weird but I liked that because it kept me in suspense; not the biting your nails off and almost having a scare attack suspense but rather the "What the helllll?" kind. This movie's trailer caught my attention while making my daily browse and I decided to find out what was up with the girls in this movie.
The plot of this story was pretty simple in my eyes. It's basically about a bunch of girls who have secret meetings in the woods at night. Hold on- I know this may sound kind of boring but what happens in the woods is actually quite interesting.
The main character in this story is "Mary Warden" a confident and charismatic loner who likes to mess with people; one girl in particular being "Emily Parris". These two have had a history of dislike for each other which lead to many conflicts at school. However, a series of events leads Mary to take a vow of silence in which she uses her time to create "The Sisterhood". Mary ensures that she has all the power in this group and chooses members (girls) who she thinks are legible and trustworthy enough to join her. As the group grows, so does Emily's curiosity and she soon makes it her mission to be accepted into the Sisterhood.
On the other hand, Mary tortures Emily by making it clear that she will never be a part of the group.
Emily is outraged but tries continuously to uncover what goes on in the woods and when she catches a glimpse of what it could be, she decides to publish it for the rest of the world to know.
Her so claimed "truths" begin to attract the media who want answers. Pretty soon everyone wants answers! Worried parents and teachers begin to take extreme measures to prevent these secret meetings along with trying to force the truth out of their daughter mouths. But this won't stop Mary and her band of sisters from protecting their secret.
The town soon goes into a frenzy trying to uncover the secret. And, honestly who could blame them?
The main character Mary, really shone through to me. Georgie Henley, in my opinion usually plays characters with a dark side. And this film is no exception. It's almost as if she's playing her natural self which keeps you watching- so you could know what her next move will be. She is so calm, cool and collected that you never get bored. Trust me, you'll want to get to the end.
The sacred bond that these girls have created is seen as the work of the devil by outsiders. Is it true? Or is it something you would have never expected?
Your synopsis reminds me of The Craft (1996) with a less sinister plot line. Once I can find the time (a precious commodity these days as you know yourself bhy experience) I'll take it in and see if my comparison holds up.
ReplyDeleteActually, it sort of is ( but a more modern version.) But it isn't so clear cut and obvious. But you really should look at it if you want to compare them, yourself.
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