2024
83 minutes
Independent, Drama
Not Rated
English, Maori, Subtitled in English
“It’s a hopeful — sometimes borderline exuberant — rallying cry for girls to stick together across the various divides that people use to disempower them.” – Indiewire
“A powerful statement about resilience in the face of adversity.” – Movie-Blogger
In 1954 New Zealand, Nellie and Daisy attempt to escape an institution for delinquent girls, however not only are they caught, it triggers a relocation to a facility on a remote island. The duo become a trio as well-to-do Lou joins them, and life on the island takes shape under the command of devout Matron.
The trio rail against the system, dubious of the benevolence of the bible and taking refuge in their blossoming friendship. It’s hard to reform girls who don’t believe they need reforming. However, a sense of doom settles in when experimental forms of punishment take place in the dead of night.
Directed by Josephine Stewart-Te Whiu | 2024 | New Zealand