{"id":1373,"date":"2022-12-20T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-20T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"

MOVIE REVIEW
\r\nMedusa<\/strong>
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MOVIE REVIEW
\nMedusa<\/strong>
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Genre:<\/strong> Fantasy, Horror
\nYear Released:<\/strong> 2021, 2022 (Music Box Films Blu-ray)
\nRuntime:<\/strong> 2h 7m
\nDirector(s):<\/strong> Anita Rocha da Silveira
\nWriter(s):<\/strong> Anita Rocha da Silveira
\nCast:<\/strong> Mari Oliveria, Lara Tremouroux, Joana Medeiros, Felipe Frazão, Bruna G, Carol Romano, João Vithor Oliveira, Bruna Linzmeyer, Thiago Fragoso
\nWhere To Watch:<\/strong> available for purchase from Music Box Films<\/a><\/p>\n

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RAVING REVIEW: <\/strong>A powerful and moving exploration of femininity, sexuality, and mental health that celebrates the strength and resilience of young women as they confront societal expectations and the demons they face within.<\/p>\n

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MEDUSA is a powerful exploration of some of the most pressing issues facing women today. Set in a small town in Brazil, the film tells the story of a group of young women who are forced to battle themselves within while also facing the world around them. Through their struggles, they begin to understand the importance of self-acceptance and self-love while at the same time stumbling along the way.<\/p>\n

One of the most powerful aspects of the film is how it portrays the young women at its center as complex, fully-realized characters struggling with life and facing unknown threats. The film explores feminine empowerment, and it does so in a way that is both subtle and powerful. They learn to stand up for themselves and to speak their minds, even in the face of opposition.<\/p>\n

The performances of the cast are very noteworthy. Each of the young women in the film delivers a powerful and nuanced performance, and the chemistry between them is unparalleled. The film is anchored by a standout performance from lead actress Mari Oliveira (Mariana,) who brings a sense of vulnerability and strength to her character that is truly moving.<\/p>\n

Regarding cinematography, MEDUSA is a feast for the eyes. The film is shot in a beautiful and eerie way, with the Brazilian landscape as a backdrop for the film's more unsettling moments. The use of color and lighting is also noteworthy, with the film using a color palette that is both bold and subtle to great effect. In almost all of the film, a constant haze gives a sense of unease; even in the brightest scenes, there’s a sense of something that you can’t quite pin down.<\/p>\n

MEDUSA is a film that will stay with me for a long time. It is a must-see for a thought-provoking and empowering film experience.<\/p>\n

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