The Truth About Emanuel is a psychological thriller directed by Francesca Gregorini. The film follows the story of Emanuel, a troubled young woman who lost her mother during childbirth, and has been haunted by her memory ever since. When a new neighbor moves in next door, Emanuel is struck by her resemblance to her mother, sparking a dangerous obsession.
The neighbor, named Linda, is a single mother who hires Emanuel as a babysitter for her newborn daughter. Emanuel becomes increasingly entangled in Linda's life, and begins to believe that the baby is her own deceased mother reincarnated.
As the relationship between Emanuel and Linda grows more intense, Emanuel's psychological state deteriorates, leading her to make a series of dangerous and irrational decisions. The film culminates in an explosive climax, as Emanuel's fantasies crash head-on with reality.
Starring Kaya Scodelario as Emanuel and Jessica Biel as Linda, The Truth About Emanuel is a dark and haunting exploration of grief, obsession, and the fine line between reality and fantasy.