Blow the Man Down is a 2019 American black comedy thriller film written and directed by Bridget Savage Cole and Danielle Krudy. The film stars Morgan Saylor, Sophie Lowe, and Margo Martindale. The story is set in the coastal town of Easter Cove, Maine, and follows the lives of two sisters, Mary Beth and Priscilla Connolly, who are struggling to come to terms with their mother's death. Mary Beth and Priscilla are very different from each other. Mary Beth is impulsive, rebellious, and wants to leave Easter Cove, while Priscilla is more traditional, responsible, and wants to carry on their mother's legacy of running the family business, a bed and breakfast.
One evening, after a night of drinking and talking about their future plans, Mary Beth encounters a man who tries to assault her. In defense, she kills the man. Fearing the consequences of their actions, Mary Beth and Priscilla decide to cover up the crime. As they try to dispose of the body, they discover that there is more to their town than they had ever imagined. They uncover a web of secrets that could destroy the community and their family's reputation.
As they delve deeper into the secrets of Easter Cove, Mary Beth and Priscilla meet a group of women who run a brothel and are connected to the town's corrupt mayor. The sisters must navigate the dangerous and complicated world they find themselves in if they want to keep their freedom and protect their family business.
Blow the Man Down is a dark and twisted film that blends together genres of comedy, thriller, and drama. The film explores themes of grief, sisterhood, crime, corruption, and empowerment. It has received critical acclaim for its unique setting, engaging plot, and outstanding performances by the cast.