Sisters

About This Movie

Sisters (2020) is quite a raw take on childhood resilience and the bonds of sisterhood. Meabh, the eldest, is really the heart of the film, you know? She uses Irish Fairy Tales as a way to shield Lucy and Aine from the grim reality they face in that children's home. The pacing is deliberate, allowing for moments of quiet reflection amidst the chaos of their lives. The performances feel real, you can sense the weight of their struggles without it being overly dramatized. It’s not just about survival; it digs into the innocence lost while trying to protect that innocence. The atmosphere is heavy but there’s a thread of hope running through it, making it distinct in its approach to such dark themes.

Focus on the interplay of fantasy and harsh realityNotable for its natural performancesThe use of folklore as a narrative device