Film 4 is set to broadcast the horror prequel 'Pearl' tonight, a film that has been described by fans as a 'masterpiece' featuring what some call the 'most disturbing performance ever'. The movie, which serves as a prequel to the 2022 horror 'X', is set in 1918 and follows a young woman trapped on an isolated Texas farm, caring for her ailing father and strict mother while dreaming of a glamorous dancing career.
As her repressed ambitions and desires erupt, Pearl descends into madness, committing violent and psychopathic acts against her family and townsfolk. The film stars Mia Goth in the titular role, who co-created the character with director Ti West via FaceTime. Upon its release in 2022, 'Pearl' received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise for Goth's committed performance, establishing Pearl as a modern horror icon.
On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an impressive 93% approval rating. One five-star review described it as 'painful, disturbing, and enthralling', adding that 'Pearl's monologue is downright devastating'. Another reviewer noted that 'Mia Goth dominates the film, giving a horror performance for the ages'. A third wrote that the film 'helps you feel bad for the person that you shouldn't and hate the people you should root for', concluding that 'Mia Goth is exceptionally amazing; she should have won Oscars'.
'Pearl' airs on Film 4 tonight, offering viewers a chance to see what many consider a standout horror film of recent years.
