The Lost Daughter

In this psychological drama, Olivia Colman delivers a compelling performance as Leda, a college professor on a solitary beach vacation in Greece, where she becomes entangled with a young mother, played by Dakota Johnson, and her daughter. As Leda’s past resurfaces, the film explores themes of motherhood, identity, and the complexities of personal choices. Maggie Gyllenhaal makes her directorial debut, crafting a narrative that is both intimate and unsettling. The film received critical acclaim, with Gyllenhaal winning the Best Screenplay award at the Venice Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.