Overview

• The film, released on March 28, 2025, explores grief and mental health through the story of a widow, Ramona, portrayed by Danielle Deadwyler, who encounters a mysterious veiled woman in her yard.
• Critics have widely praised Deadwyler’s performance for its emotional depth, with her portrayal anchoring the film’s exploration of trauma and loss.
• The movie's visual style, particularly its use of light and shadow by cinematographer Pawel Pogorzelski, has been highlighted as a major strength, creating a haunting atmosphere.
• Criticism has centered on the film's narrative, which some reviewers found inconsistent and overburdened by heavy-handed metaphors and supernatural elements that clash with its serious themes.
• The ambiguous ending has sparked differing interpretations, with some seeing it as a metaphorical confrontation with grief, while others view it as overly bleak and unresolved.