Amy Adams, Marielle Heller and How Nightbitch' Speaks to Women
Briefly

In a world where motherhood often leads to feelings of loss, the film explores the surreal acceptance and transformation of identity that many women experience.
Adams’s character embraces her transformation into a dog with curiosity. Rather than horror, she finds validation in her experiences as a new mother.
This magical realist dramedy flips the expectation of horror in body transformation narratives, offering a euphoric journey instead, showcasing the beauty in chaotic motherhood.
Nightbitch serves as a surreal examination of the physical and emotional changes that women undergo during and after motherhood, shifting away from traditional narratives.
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