Thriller,Drama
France,United States of America
White Bird in a Blizzard is a 2014 coming-of-age drama film directed by Gregg Araki and based on the novel of the same name by Laura Kasischke. The film stars Shailene Woodley as Kat Connors, Eva Green as her mother Eve, and Christopher Meloni as her father Brock.
The movie is set in the late 1980s and follows Kat's journey to discover the truth about her mother's disappearance, which happened when she was 17 years old. The film explores the themes of adolescence, sexuality, self-identity, and family dysfunction.
Throughout the film, Kat struggles with her conflicting emotions about her mother's absence. On one hand, she feels free from the pressures of her mother's strict homemaker personality, but on the other hand, she feels guilty for not caring more about her mother's departure.
As Kat delves deeper into the mystery of her mother's disappearance, she uncovers secrets about her family that she never imagined. She also begins to confront her own sexuality and feelings towards her mother's disappearance, which she had repressed for years.
The film's nonlinear narrative jumps back and forth between Kat's present-day search for answers and her memories of her relationship with her mother leading up to her disappearance. The stunning visuals and dreamlike tone of the movie add to its haunting and suspenseful atmosphere.
White Bird in a Blizzard received mixed reviews from critics, but was praised for its strong performances by the lead actors and its beautiful cinematography. The film's exploration of complex family dynamics and adolescent struggles make it a thought-provoking and intriguing watch.
