Sydney Sweeney stars in the horror film 'Immaculate' as Cecelia, a young woman who discovers she is pregnant upon arriving at an Italian convent. Directed by Michael Mohan and written by Andrew Lobel, the film explores the evils that come from within the church's own ranks, focusing on the co-opting of a woman's body for something beyond her control. The first two acts of the film set the stage for the unsettling horror that unfolds, with the third act showcasing Sweeney's talent as a scream queen. The film critiques the patriarchal nature of Christianity and highlights the isolation and struggles faced by the protagonist. The ending of the film sees Cecilia fighting to regain control of her body from the monstrous structures that have taken it away. [d33a1eda]
'Immaculate' premiered at the SXSW Film Festival and is currently screening exclusively in theaters. The film has received positive reviews, with critics praising Sweeney's performance and the film's gritty atmosphere. Sammie Purcell of Rough Draft Atlanta describes Sweeney's performance as snarling and screaming her way to control, showcasing her talent as a scream queen. The film also critiques the patriarchal nature of Christianity and highlights the isolation and struggles faced by the protagonist. However, there is no information available about streaming availability at this time. It is possible that the film will be released on Hulu in the future. 'Immaculate' is rated R for language, nudity, grisly images, and strong violent content.
Jessica Chastain and Anne Hathaway play best friends and neighbors whose bond is tested after a tragic accident. The trailer for the film 'Mothers' Instinct' was released, showcasing Chastain and Hathaway as Alice and Celine, respectively. Alice confides in Celine her fears of being a terrible mother before witnessing a tragic accident where Celine's son falls to his death. Grief impacts both women, and Alice grows concerned about her son's relationship with Celine. The film is described as an unnerving psychological thriller that explores guilt, suspicion, and the darker side of maternal love. Chastain shared the trailer on her social media, joking about the mother-versus-mother nature of the film with Hathaway. Chastain and Hathaway previously starred together in other movies. Chastain compared the upcoming thriller to the 1962 movie 'What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?' but noted that the experience was different because she and Hathaway love each other. The release date for 'Mothers' Instinct' is not yet known. [9eec95a6]