Writer and director Tereza Nvotová delivers Nightsiren, a spellbinding contemporary drama from Arrow Video that masterfully blends psychological and supernatural horror to examine the complex intersections of misogyny and religious zealotry. Following her 2017 debut feature Filthy, Nvotová presents a captivating cinematic experience that has earned acclaim on the international festival circuit, including the Golden Leopard – Filmmakers of the Present award at Locarno.

The story follows Šarlota (Natália Germáni), who returns to her mountainous hometown after a tragic past. She befriends Mira (Eva Mores), a spirited young herbalist, and together they uncover the forgotten tale of an ancient witch and a wild child. As Šarlota investigates the village’s buried secrets, she becomes entangled in legends that turn real. Accused of witchcraft and murder by fearful locals, she must confront the darkness at the town's heart to clear her name and face her own past.

Key Features/Benefits

• Spellbinding contemporary drama blending psychological and supernatural horror.
• Explores themes of misogyny and religious zealotry.
• Directed by Tereza Nvotová, winner of the Golden Leopard at Locarno.
• Atmospheric and beguiling cinematic experience.

Special Edition Contents

• High Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentation.
• Optional English subtitles.
• Audio commentary by film critic Kat Ellinger.
• Witches and Sisterhood: A video essay on witches and feminist collectivity by Alexandra Heller-Nicholas.
• Taboo: A video essay exploring femininity, the unknown, and sexuality in Nightsiren by Justine Smith.
• Theatrical trailer.
• Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Beth Morris.

Specifications

• Media Format: Blu-ray
• Run Time: 1 hour and 46 minutes
• Language: Slovak (with Optional English subtitles)
• Actors: Juliana Olhová, Eva Mores, Natalia Germani
• Director: Tereza Nvotová
• Age Rating: Suitable for 18 years and over
• Studio: Arrow Video

Experience this critically acclaimed, atmospheric thriller on Blu-ray, complete with extensive special features curated by Arrow Video.