The Ugly Stepsister (35mm)
Opens March 11, 2026
Presented by Grand Illusion Cinema
A sinister twist on the classic Cinderella story, writer/director Emilie Blichfeldt's Academy Award-nominated The Ugly Stepsister follows Elvira as she prepares to earn the prince's affection at any cost. In a kingdom where beauty is a brutal business, Elvira will compete with the beautiful and enchanting Agnes to become the belle of the ball. Presented in 35mm.
SIFF year-round passes and vouchers are not valid for this screening.
“One of the best horror films of the decade so far.” — Drew Gregory, Autostraddle
Critic’s Pick! “Slyly funny and visually captivating, its scenes move with ease from gross to gorgeous, and from grotesque to magical.” — Jeannette Catsoulis, The New York Times
- Director: Emilie Blichfeldt
- Principal Cast: Lea Myren, Ane Dahl Torp, Thea Sofie Loch Næss, Flo Fagerli, Isac Calmroth
- Country: Norway
- Year: 2025
- Running Time: 109 min.
- Awards: 2026 Academy Award nominee for Best Makeup and Hairstyling.
- Language: Norwegian with English subtitles
- Has Subtitles: Yes