Pearl ; Ti West's (2022)

Released September 16th in the US.

Filmed entirely in New Zealand.

The story: It is 1918.

Pearl is a young woman, living on her parent's farm, with hopes and dreams of being a famous movie star...

She married Howard to help her get away from her parents, but he was enlisted.

While Pearl waits for his return, she is forced by her overbearing mother who does not believe in Pearl's dreams, to help with the farm animals and do chores her mother insists she do, which include helping care for her mute, invalid father.

Pearl is constantly daydreaming and that never ceases to get her into trouble with her mother.

One day, while in town to make money, Pearl meets and is invited by a projectionist to see a movie.

This is a big inspiration for Pearl but once more, her actions get her into trouble.

Pearl experiences let down after let down and her mother giving her hell for every little thing she does, til she finally loses grip of reality and snaps.

Stars Mia Goth, Tandi Wright, Matthew Sunderland, Emma Jenkins Purro, Amelia Reid, Gabe McDonnell, David Corenswet, Lauren Stewart, Todd Rippon, Grace Acheson

Directed by Ti West

Rated R
PREQUEL/THRILLER/MYSTERY/HORROR