Nightsiren

dir. Tereza Nvotová / 2022 / mystery, drama, horror / Slovakia, Czechia / Slovak with English subtitles / 110 minutes

Join us for a special screening of Nightsiren (Světlonoc), the award-winning psychological thriller that took home the prestigious Golden Leopard at the Locarno Film Festival. Praised by The New York Times as a must-watch for its “delirious folkloric visions and sharp social critiques,” the film offers a captivating and immersive experience.

Nightsiren follows a young woman returning to her remote Slovak hometown, where she is drawn into local superstitions and long-buried secrets. Blending psychological thriller and folk horror, it explores themes of female emancipation, societal prejudice, and the enduring power of myths.

Following the screening, join director and screenwriter Tereza Nvotová and lead actress Natalia Germani for an insightful discussion about the film's themes, symbolism, and creative process.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Czech Center New York, 321 East 73rd Street, New York, United States