A24 film Mother Mary explores fame and psychological horror

Directed by David Lowery and produced by A24, Mother Mary is a psychological gothic drama centered on the life of a global pop superstar. The film stars Anne Hathaway as Mother Mary, a singer facing an existential collapse following a traumatic stage accident. The narrative follows her attempt to return to the spotlight, which leads her to seek out Sam Anselm, played by Michaela Coel, a renowned fashion designer and former confidante.

The story utilizes elements of musical drama and supernatural horror to examine themes of fame, artistic authorship, and emotional trauma. A central plot point involves a supernatural entity known as the Red Woman, which haunts both characters. The film concludes with a ritualistic sequence where the entity is transformed into a red fabric, serving as an allegory for the complex relationship between the singer and the designer who helped shape her public identity.