“The Ugly Stepsister” in cinemas now!
“A strikingly shot feature directing debut for Emilie Blichfeldt, who also wrote the script, which is an interesting take on a well worn story. She is aided in this endeavour by her terrific lead actress, in her first cinematic role, plus gorgeous cinematography from Marcel Zyskind, and fabulous production design by Sabine Hviid.”
“The set-up is by the storybook, as is the feasts-castles-and-gowns aesthetic beautifully staged by Blichfeldt, production designer Sabine Hviid, and costume designer Manon Rasmussen.”
Even as this dark retelling slips further into chaos, you can’t help but marvel at the tag team of production designer Sabine Hviid and costume designer Manon Rasmussen. If “The Ugly Stepsister” is going to walk you through a descending staircase to hellish consequences, you’ll have the feeling everything is pristine first.
