Flowers in the Attic is a 2014 film that is a remake of the 1987 movie adaptation of V. C. Andrews’ novel. It was directed by Deborah Chow and starred Kiernan Shipka, Ellen Burstyn, Heather Graham, and Mason Dye. The movie follows the story of the Dollanganger family, who are forced to stay hidden in their grandmother’s attic after their father dies in a car accident.

The film’s plot is centered on the four Dollanganger siblings, Cathy, Chris, Cory, and Carrie. Following their father’s death, they are taken to their estranged grandmother’s house, where they are forced to live in the attic of her enormous mansion. Soon enough, the children realize that their grandmother is a sadistic woman who has kept their mother, Corinne, and them hidden away in the attic. Corinne is determined to win back her father’s love and inheritance by any means possible, even if it means sacrificing her own children.

The film’s main characters are Cathy, the eldest of the Dollanganger siblings, and Christopher, her romantic interest, who also happens to be her brother. Kiernan Shipka gives a breakthrough performance in the role of Cathy, conveying a wide range of emotions from anger to confusion and love. The character of Christopher, played by Mason Dye, is intense, brooding, and mysterious, with an underlying tension that creates a palpable sense of danger.

In addition, Ellen Burstyn’s performance as the evil grandmother is both chilling and terrifying. Burstyn’s portrayal of the grandmother’s cruelty and coldness is so realistic that it can make the viewers feel disgusted and downright uneasy.

The film does an excellent job of creating a gothic atmosphere that is both eerie and suspenseful. The dark, crumbling mansion and the decaying attic where the siblings are held captive contribute significantly to the film’s sense of dread. The lack of natural light and fresh air in the attic also contributes to the feelings of suffocation.

Although the plot may be heavy-handed and maybe even ridiculous, especially when it comes to the incestual relationship between Cathy and Christopher, it’s impossible to deny that the film is a harrowing experience to watch. The incestuous relationship could have been more tastefully handled, but it is a crucial plot point of the story, and the film does not shy away from addressing it.

Overall, Flowers in the Attic is a well-made adaptation that’s worth watching, particularly for the strong performances of its cast members. The film has some flaws, but they are outweighed by its immaculately crafted gothic atmosphere and intense, suspenseful sequences. Although the film received mixed reviews from critics, it has been well-received by fans of the book and the 1987 movie adaptation.

In conclusion, Flowers in the Attic is a 2014 film that does justice to the novel’s’s deeply disturbing themes. While it won’t appeal to everyone, particularly those who are easily disturbed by incestuous relationships and scenes of violence, it is an effective suspenseful thriller that’s worth watching for its impeccable performances, duration, and the eerie feeling it creates.

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