Groom

About This Movie

Groom offers a quiet but haunting look at adolescence, diving into the struggles of a teenager, Hannah, who feels lost in her own skin. The atmosphere is thick with a sense of isolation, and the pacing reflects her internal turmoil—meandering yet deliberate. The beauty salon setting becomes a microcosm of her world, filled with tension and unspoken expectations. Performances carry a raw authenticity; you can feel Hannah's discomfort, her awkwardness almost palpable. It’s not just another coming-of-age story; it touches on themes of identity and the pressure of societal norms. The practical effects are minimal, yet they accentuate the emotions rather than overshadow them, keeping the focus squarely on character development and interaction. There's something distinct about how it handles the messiness of growing up.

Explores themes of identity and societal pressure · Focuses on character development over plot · A unique take on the coming-of-age genre