The Beguiled

Set during the Civil War, 'The Beguiled' follows the inhabitants of a secluded Virginia seminary for girls who take in an injured Union soldier, Corporal John McBurney. As he recovers, his presence awakens repressed desires among the women, creating simmering jealousy and power struggles. Sofia Coppola crafts a slow-burning, visually lush psychological thriller exploring gender, desire, and shifting power dynamics.

• Sofia Coppola won Best Director at Cannes for this film.
• It is a remake of the 1971 Clint Eastwood film.
• The film is based on Thomas Cullinan's 1966 novel.
• Nicole Kidman did her own mushroom-picking research for the role.
• The movie was almost entirely shot in Louisiana plantations.

• We have a responsibility to care for him, and we will.
• I think we should be very cautious about this man.
• You have been very fortunate that we took you in.
• A flatterer is dangerous, especially to those who are lonely.
• You brought this on yourself.