Royal weddings are considered a sacred event that unites two individuals and allows the continuation of royal bloodlines. But what if the wedding turns out to be a nightmare? And the young, just-married princess is sacrificed? Yes, to delve into this even more, the director Juan Carlos Fresnadillo created the film “ Damsel.” It focuses on the leading actress, Millie Bobby Brown, as Elodie, who fights back for her true identity and retrieves her happiness.
Poverty
The story sheds light on the poverty experienced by Elodie and her family. Upon receiving the marriage proposal from Queen Isabelle, her father convinces Elodie to get married to a prince of Aurea. Unable to resist, Elodie agrees to this.
Revenge
The Dragon and the kingdom of Aurea had their vendetta centuries ago. The main reason for the revenge is that the king of Aurea killed the dragon’s three hatchlings, leaving her heartbroken. The dragon furiously seeks to avenge the king, but later, a pact is made between them, offering the king’s three daughters as sacrifices to the dragon; failing this may lead to other consequences. Later, he is spared from death.
Hidden Truth: A Condition
Isabelle describes the history to Elodei in the ceremony but hides the real intention beneath her. Unaware of the consequences ahead, Elodie blindly trusts her prince for his promises of protection and a future together. However, the story accelerates when the prince throws Elodie into the gorge, where she is left stranded in a whole other dark universe.
Struggle
Her struggle to return to her homeland, followed by an adventurous journey, leads to the unraveling of mysteries. Her encounter with the dragon for the first time brings the audience to the edge of their seats.
Artwork
The director has beautifully captured the essence of life in the film. Every scene builds curiosity in the viewer’s mind. The cinematography deserves special appreciation for the depiction of characters. Every scene is enriched with a symphony of colours and textures intertwined through the scene, from soft pastels to bold contrasts, creating a lingering impression for the eye. Another worth mentioning is the epic battle between Elodie and the dragon, this nerve-wracking scene can last in the viewer’s mind forever.
Aftermath
The main story focuses on Elodi’s journey while overcoming challenges. In the end, her struggles pave the way for serenity. However, one must watch this movie for the visually stunning scenes and characteristic performance by all the actors.
Written By: Tejaswini Prasad