TV Movie,Mystery,Horror
United Kingdom
Robin Redbreast is a British television horror film that aired in 1970. It was produced by the BBC as part of their Omnibus series. The film was directed by James MacTaggart, and written by John Bowen.
The story centers around Norah Palmer, a successful career woman who seeks refuge in a remote farmhouse after the collapse of her long-term relationship. Norah is initially charmed by the eccentric locals, including the handsome gamekeeper Rob, and begins to relax in her new surroundings. However, as the days pass, Norah becomes increasingly disturbed by the strange rituals and beliefs of the villagers.
When Norah attends the village's Harvest Festival, she is unwittingly drawn into a sinister pagan ritual that leaves her feeling violated and betrayed. She soon discovers that the villagers have a long-held tradition of sacrificing a young woman to appease the spirits of the land, and that she has been chosen to fulfill this role. Norah becomes desperate to escape, but finds herself trapped in a web of manipulation and deceit.
Over the course of the film, Norah becomes more and more invested in the village's strange customs, and begins to question her own identity and beliefs. She is drawn into a cycle of fertility and sacrifice that has been repeated for generations, and must come to terms with her role in this cycle.
Robin Redbreast is a slow-burning horror film that explores themes of identity, tradition, and the power of the natural world. The film is known for its atmospheric cinematography and eerie score, and has since become a cult classic of British horror.
