CULT GIRLS

Cinemavixion Review

Mark Bakaitis's "Cult Girls" plunges viewers into a chilling narrative centered on Dalia, who, after escaping a pagan apocalyptic cult in her youth, is haunted by the fate of her two younger sisters. The film masterfully weaves a tale of trauma and obsession as Dalia seeks a connection to her past through a reclusive black metal artist. What begins as a quest for familial reunion evolves into a nightmarish descent into the very darkness she fled. Saara Lamberg delivers a compelling performance as Dalia, embodying the character's deep-seated guilt and desperate hope. While the film garnered a single win and nomination, its stark portrayal of cult dynamics and psychological torment offers a disturbing yet thought-provoking exploration of faith, family, and the enduring impact of childhood trauma. Bakaitis crafts an unsettling atmosphere that lingers long after the credits roll.