Maika Monroe's latest horror film, Victorian Psycho, is set to premiere at Cannes' Un Certain Regard, and the teaser trailer has already left audiences eager for more. The film, directed by Zachary Wigon, stars Monroe as an eccentric young governess who arrives at the remote gothic manor, Ensor House, in 1858. As she assimilates, staff begin to inexplicably disappear, and the owners wonder if something is amiss about (or possessing) the young woman.
In an interview, Monroe unpacked her serial killer governess, Winifred, with THR's David Canfield. She described the role as the hardest she has ever done, a departure from her usual characters, and a role that took a toll on her emotionally. Monroe's performance as Winifred is a departure from her usual characters, and she had to create the character from the ground up, without relying on her own self.
The director, Wigon, found it fascinating to see an outsider who desperately wants to be an insider, and it's simply impossible. He described Winifred as a paradox, someone who will never belong and will never stop wanting to belong. This theme of belonging and not belonging is a central theme in the film, and it's what makes it so intriguing.
The teaser trailer shows Monroe's Winifred as a bloodthirsty serial killer, and the film promises to be a thrilling and chilling ride. The film is an adaptation of Virginia Feito's novel of the same name, and it's a period movie that will take audiences back to the Victorian era. The film's premiere at Cannes is a big deal, and it's a testament to Monroe's rising star in the horror genre.
In my opinion, Victorian Psycho is a must-watch for horror fans. Maika Monroe's performance as Winifred is a departure from her usual characters, and it's a role that will leave a lasting impression. The film's themes of belonging and not belonging are a central part of the story, and they're what make the film so intriguing. I think the film will be a hit with audiences, and it's a testament to the power of storytelling in the horror genre. Personally, I think the film will be a breakthrough for Monroe, and it's a role that will cement her status as a Scream Queen.
