Daisy Ridley confronts her dark past in ‘The Marsh King’s Daughter’ trailer

NEW YORK: The highly-anticipated psychological thriller The Marsh King’s Daughter has unveiled its trailer, igniting excitement in the cinema world.

Star Wars star Daisy Ridley takes the lead in the upcoming thriller, embodying the character Helena. While living an ostensibly ordinary life with her family, Helena conceals a grim secret. She is the daughter of the notorious “Marsh King,” a man who held both her and her mother captive in the wilderness for years. As Helena’s father escapes prison, she must confront her inner demons and face the man she once revered. Aware that her father will pursue her and her family, Ridley’s character must muster the strength to confront this harrowing ordeal.

Directed by Neil Burger, renowned for the movie Limitless the cast features notable names such as Ben Mendelsohn, Garrett Hedlund, Caren Pistorius, Gil Birmingham, and Brooklynn Prince, portraying pivotal roles.

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Furthermore, while discussing the movie, Burger stated: “The Marsh King’s Daughter is an intense psychological thriller that explores the unsettling possibility of a loved one being a monster. The narrative delves into the past resurfacing to haunt the present, examining the complexities of family, heritage, and the potential to break free from our legacies.”

Produced by Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions, The Marsh King’s Daughter draws inspiration from Karen Dionne’s bestselling book, set in the remote Canadian forest. Burger expressed, “I wanted to create a movie immersed in nature, where the wilderness becomes a prominent character.”

Meanwhile, Burger also emphasised Daisy Ridley’s suitability for the role, praising her enigmatic and restrained portrayal that perfectly captures a character guarding a secret, yet revealing nuanced emotions. He highlighted the intensity of the scenes where she tracks her father in the marsh, describing them as exhilarating to movie and watch.

The highly anticipated movie is scheduled for release on October 6. Mark your calendars and catch a glimpse of the trailer here.