matriarchal

Byrne’s searing portrayal of matriarchal duty at all costs is abrasive and uncomfortable.

“My own family is multi-ethnic, matriarchal, and feminist, with a significant history of immigration,” wrote Polidoro, who in her Instagram bio mentions being a Golden Globes voter and awards season analyst.

The British Zambian writer-director’s new story, however, is more psychologically concentrated on individual pain and cultural power, specifically the damage that sin and silence wreak in matriarchal societies that internalize patriarchy.

Fernanda Torres’ stunning performance holds the film together with matriarchal love, but it’s the film’s two codas that have left it lingering in my mind for months.

Movies: Olivier’s widow could be playing grand dames on stage, but she likes the travel and money from matriarchal characters in films.