Angelica (2017)

Overview
"Angelica" is a 2017 Victorian duration scary drama movie directed by Mitchell Leisen. The movie is a visual banquet, rich in Gothic elements and mental themes that raise it above basic horror fare. It presents a layered narrative representing a household's struggle amidst postnatal trauma, worry, and lust, all woven together through a ghostly existence. The story is a perfect mix of supernatural scary, psychological thriller, and Victorian period drama.

Plot Summary
The motion picture is set in Victorian London and focusses on Constance (played by Jena Malone), a girl who falls for researcher Joseph Barton (Ed Stoppard). They wed and have a daughter named Angelica. Despite their love, the couple's relationship is strained by Joseph's stringent adherence to the Victorian-era sexual norms, which prohibits contraception. After Constance practically passes away bring to life Angelica, she is recommended by a doctor that another pregnancy might kill her, and is thus restricted from engaging in sexual relations with her other half.

Increasing Tension
This restriction inflames stress within the family. The sexually disappointed Joseph responds greatly, curbing his natural urges by immersing himself in his scientific research study of butterflies. On the other hand, Constance, feeling isolated and lonely, starts to envision the existence of a demonic ghost haunting their house and particularly targeting the young Angelica.

Supernatural Elements
As the specter continues to let loose terror on Angelica, Constance dives deeper into paranoia. She connects to Anne Montague (Janet McTeer), an amusing, larger-than-life spiritualist, and pseudo-scientist, for help. The rituals and efforts to expel the devil do not appear to assist and rather increase the presence's malevolent activities and scare Constance even more.

Delighting Climax
As the film reaches its climax, it slips into several narratives and flashbacks. In doing so, it exposes that the ghostly phantom is but a dramatization of the fear, repression, and disappointment experienced by the household. This is signified through a sexual orchid seen by Joseph and a monstrous spirit experienced by Constance and Angelica.

Final Notes
"Angelica" is a ghost story that uses its supernatural aspects to translate the Victorian standards of sexuality and their grip on familial structures. Instead of providing dive frightens, the movie operates as a mental critique of social norms that repress natural human desires and impart worry. The character's performances are strong, and director Mitchell Leisen masters weaving the story through abundant, comprehensive, and threatening visuals, which magnify the seeing experience of the film. It's a movie made with an alluring aesthetic vision and a sense of fear breaking out from characters caught.

In conclusion, the film "Angelica" is a fascinating mix of haunting drama and Victorian societal critique. While it may not provide the typical horror film thrill, its depth and psychological analysis make it a must-watch for fans of thoughtful, narrative-driven cinema.

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