The story follows Alice (Kendrick), a young woman living in Toronto who is trapped in a psychologically abusive relationship with her boyfriend, Simon () . To hide the toxicity of her relationship, Alice orchestrates a lie to join her two best friends, Sophie ( Wunmi Mosaku ) and Tess ( Kaniehtiio Horn ), on a lakeside birthday getaway .
The 2022 film is a psychological thriller that received critical acclaim for its nuanced exploration of emotional abuse and the power of female friendship . Directed by Mary Nighy in her feature debut, the movie stars Anna Kendrick in what critics have described as a career-defining dramatic performance . Plot Overview Alice Darling 2022 SD Sub iTA