
John Van Laer is the overseer of a vast rubber plantation in the Dutch East Indies. His new wife Renee joins him at the plantation, but the monotony of her existence and unbearable heat soon drive her to distraction. One of Van Laer's workmen takes advantage of the boss' absence to seduce Renee.
A group of criminal animals tries their best to reform themselves into good citizens to avoid serving time in prison.
The power of a talented female director like Patty Jenkins and an overall diverse cast is what makes this film worth watching for me.
Gretel & Hansel falters due to its razor thin story and lack of characterization. It loses sight of horror’s key rule: In order to create an effective tale, characters and emotions must be emphasized.
The highly anticipated Marvel superhero movie of the year displays important themes of loss, loneliness, and change.