May. 20, 2022|USA|97 Min.|R
Genre: Horror;Music;Thriller
Description: The 2022 thriller *Torn Hearts* revives the “hagsploitation” genre, blending elements of horror with themes of aging and the harsh treatment of women in the entertainment industry. Inspired by classics like *Whatever Happened to Baby Jane*, the film uses the backdrop of Nashville’s country music scene to deliver its story.
Written by Rachel Koller Croft and directed by Brea Grant, *Torn Hearts* focuses on the struggles of its female protagonists, Leigh and Jordan, the members of an up-and-coming country duo. Frustrated by the male-dominated music industry, they decide to seek out their idol, the reclusive country legend Harper Dutch, hoping to collaborate with her.
The film highlights the challenges women face in the industry, with male characters playing secondary roles in driving the conflict between the leads. While less explicitly feminist than Grant’s previous work, such as *Lucky*, *Torn Hearts* provides a fresh and engaging narrative within the horror genre.
Cast director: Brea Grant
Cast actor: Katey Sagal, Abby Quinn, Alexxis Lemire, Joshua Leonard, Shiloh Fernandez, Alon McKlveen, Tadasay Young, Trina LaFargue, Sailor Larocque, Clarke Wolfe
Original name: Torn Hearts