The Ugly Stepsister (2025). From Norway, The Ugly Stepsister is a dark and gruesome re-imagining of the Cinderella story, focusing on Elvira, the titular stepsister. In a world obsessed with physical perfection, Elvira goes to extreme and disturbing lengths to compete with her beautiful stepsister, Agnes, and capture the attention of the prince. This film delves into themes of body image, obsession, and the brutal reality of a beauty-obsessed society, delivering a unique blend of dark comedy, drama, and intense body horror.
Cast: Lea Myren (Elvira), Thea Sofie Loch Næss (Agnes), Ane Dahl Torp (Stepmother), Isac Calmroth (Prince Julian), Flo Fagerli (Alma)
Writer: Emilie Blichfeldt
Director: Emilie Blichfeldt
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Horror
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