The Mermaid

A mysterious young woman of indeterminate ethnicity, rescued from drowning, is taken in by a family living in a desolate beach house. The intimate, complex relationship between the outsider and the family rips off the mask of their monstrous social pathologies.

Director’s statement + context
The Mermaid is a woman-centered psychological drama that delves into the themes of misogyny and xenophobia within a highly educated family. The film depicts women who discover hope and courage amidst darkness as they confront and overcome their fears. The movie immerses the viewer into their world, allowing them to feel and experience their struggles and triumphs, fears and resilience. The Mermaid's minimalistic deep staging, modern non-linear editing structure and unconventional music, align with the cerebral journey of the main female character as she navigates through memories and dreams. By incorporating symbolic language derived from mythical Middle Eastern stories such as Shahrazad, The Mermaid seeks to empower women from all ethnicities.