Poor Cinderella, still ironing her husband shirt

About This Movie

Poor Cinderella, still ironing her husband shirt is this curious little gem from 1978 that defies easy categorization. The director is unknown, which adds an air of mystery, right? It’s constructed from discarded footage of Blanca Putica, A Girl in Love, creating this avant-garde feel that’s both intriguing and unsettling. The atmosphere feels like a dream—or maybe a nightmare?—with a slow, almost laborious pacing that mirrors the mundane tasks of the protagonist. You get this strong sense of themes around domesticity and unfulfilled desires, which, when paired with its experimental visuals, makes it quite distinct. The practical effects lean on those gritty textures of the era, and even if the performances are understated, they resonate, drawing you into a strange, melancholic world.

This film is a rare find, especially since it’s shrouded in obscurity with little known about its origins. Many collectors are drawn to its experimental nature and its roots in previous works. Given that it’s a blend of lost footage and new narrative, finding a good print can be quite challenging, and it garners interest among those who appreciate the unconventional and the layered history of film. It's not commonly discussed, but for those who know, it holds a certain allure.