Sarah Talbot

In 1841, Clara lives with her husband in Blackwood House. Mina, a maid who works in the household and Clara become involved in an on-going affair which is found out by her husband. She gives Mina an ultimatum which forces her to face harsh realities and make difficult choices. Mina is torn between logic and emotion.

Emma goes on a hike to try and get some fresh air and much-needed isolation. Although she attempts to ignore invasive memories from her past, she finds herself forced to face the truth about her murky childhood. She must learn that there is no easy escape and that her past may well haunt her for the rest of her life. The film explores mental health and how it can have long-term effects - a hand to hold isn't always the magic solution to psychological illness.

An unhappily married couple ignore the grotesque, dripping stain that is growing on their ceiling. As their marriage gets worse, so does the drip until they can no longer ignore it.