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| The Ugly Stepsister | |
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| Norwegian | Den stygge stesøsteren |
| Directed by | Emilie Blichfeldt |
| Screenplay by | Emilie Blichfeldt |
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| Cinematography | Marcel Zyskind |
| Edited by | Olivia Neergaard-Holm |
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| Distributed by | Scanbox Entertainment |
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| Running time | 105 minutes |
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| Language | Norwegian |
The Ugly Stepsister (Norwegian: Den stygge stesøsteren) is an upcoming comedy horror film directed by Emilie Blichfeldt in her directorial debut. The film, starring Lea Myren, Thea Sofie Loch Næss, Ane Dahl Torp, Flo Fagerli, Isac Calmroth and Malte Gårdinger, making use of the motif of the fairy tale Cinderella, it retells a twisted story of Elvira who competes against her beautiful stepsister in a bloody battle for beauty. It is scheduled to premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival on 23 January 2025 in Midnight Section.
An International co-production among Norway, Poland, Sweden, and Denmark it will be showcased as part of the Panorama at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in February 2025, after its premiere at Sundance.
Synopsis
In a fantastical world, Elvira' attempts to outshine her stunning stepsister, willing to do whatever it takes to attract the prince's attention.
The film is a darkly twisted reimagining of Cinderella, adhering closely to the grimmest versions of the tale. It centers on Elvira's relentless quest for beauty at any cost. Instead of fairy tale silkworms, this story features tapeworms. It includes decomposing bodies, satirical body horror, and a 19th-century surgical transformation. This macabre yet humorous film critiques the beauty industry, which promotes body image as a pathway to desirability, success, and social status. Despite her insecurity, we sympathize with Elvira as she becomes entangled in her greedy mother's extreme beautification scheme, driven by a desire for acceptance and a happily-ever-after. (Sundance)
Cast
- Lea Myren as Elvira
- Thea Sofie Loch Næss as Agnes
- Ane Dahl Torp as Rebekka
- Flo Fagerli as Alma
- Isac Calmroth as Prince Julian
- Malte Gårdinger as Isak
- Ralph Carlsson as Otto
- Isac Aspberg as The Feinschmecker
- Albin Weidenbladh as The Omnivorous
- Oksana Czerkasyna as Cook
- Katarzyna Herman as Madame Vanja
- Adam Lundgren as Dr. Esthétique
- Willy Ramnek Petri as Frederik von Bluckfish
- Cecilia Forss as Sophie von Kronenberg
Production
The film is produced by Maria Ekerhovd of Mer Film, in co-production with Lizette Jonjic, Zentropa Sweden, Mariusz Włodarski, Lava Films and Theis Nørgaard, Motor. It is distributed by Scanbox, whereas international sales rights are with Memento International.
Release
The Ugly Stepsister, after its International premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival on 23 January 2025 in Midnight Section, will have its European premiere in the Panorama section of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival to be held from 13 February to 23 February 2025.
References
- Patten, Dominic; D'Alessandro, Anthony (11 December 2024). "Sundance 2025: JLo, Sly Stone, Putin, Ayo Edebiri, André Holland, & Ex-NZ PM Jacinda Ardern Films Among Park City Festival Offerings". Deadline. Retrieved 24 December 2024.
- ^ "The Ugly Stepsister". Sundance Film Festival. 12 December 2024. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- Economou, Vassilis (17 December 2024). "The Berlinale announces the first Berlinale Special, Panorama and Generation titles". Cineuropa. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- Lisa Strand. "Adam Lundgren i norsk skräckkomedi - inspirerad av Askungen" [Adam Lundgren in Norwegian horror comedy - inspired by Cinderella]. Movie Zine (in Swedish). Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- "Projektbeskrivning" [Project description]. Film Väst (in Swedish). 12 September 2024. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- Ntim, Zac (17 December 2024). "Berlin Film Festival: Michel Gondry & Ira Sachs Among Names Set For Competition Sidebars". Deadline. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- Elsa Keslassy (17 December 2024). "Berlin Film Festival Unveils Panorama Lineup With New Movies by Denis Côté and Ira Sachs; Berlinale Special Titles Include 'Islands,' 'Honey Bunch' and 'Köln 75'". Variety. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
External links
- The Ugly Stepsister at IMDb
- The Ugly Stepsister at Berlinale