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The Juniper Tree
🎬 Movie

The Juniper Tree

1990 · 79 min Drama Fantasy
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

Margit and her older sister Katla flee for safety after their mother is burned to death for witchcraft. Finding shelter with Johan and his resentful young son, Jonas, the sisters help form an impromptu family unit that’s soon strained by Katla’s burgeoning sorcery.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Nietzchka Keene

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Björk

Björk

Margit

Bryndis Petra Bragadóttir

Bryndis Petra Bragadóttir

Katla

Valdimar Örn Flygenring

Valdimar Örn Flygenring

Johann

Guðrún Gísladóttir

Guðrún Gísladóttir

Mother

Geirlaug Sunna Þormar

Geirlaug Sunna Þormar

Jónas

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