The Strays is a British psychological thriller film, releasing on Netflix this week. It is written and directed by Nathaniel Martello-White, which is also his directorial debut. The film is produced by Valentina Brazzini, Tristan Goligher and Rob Watson, while Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch composed the score.
The film will have a runtime of about 1 hour and 37 minutes & will follow the story of a posh woman, whose pampered life begins to unravel when two strangers arrive in her affluent town. It is said to be loosely inspired by a real-life story of a bi-racial woman who started a new family with a fresh identity, leaving everything behind.
The Strays Cast
The cast of the film includes Ashley Madekwe as Neve, Jorden Myrie as Marvin, Bukky Bakray as Abigail, Samuel Small as Sebastian, Maria Almeida as Mary and Justin Salinger as Ian.
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The Strays Plot/Synopsis
Netflix’s synopsis of the film reads, “A woman’s meticulously crafted life of privilege starts to unravel when two strangers show up in her quaint suburban town.” Neve has the perfect life that she always dreamed of, she is the deputy headmistress of her children’s school. She raises money for charity. Her home, clothes and perfectly coiffed hair are immaculate.
But one day, Neve starts noticing two people around town who just don’t belong — according to her. This is when she starts to lose control over her well-curated life and even her own self. Her own facade of a light-skinned Black woman struggling among London’s working class, who abruptly ran away from her problems is coming to the surface.
Although she is well respected in her upscale, predominantly white community, but she still strives to be accepted. She’s also desperate to control her two teenage children, who are exploring parts of their identities that she disapproves of.
But the arrival of the new figures, who are purposefully trying to intrude in her life by making acquaintances with her family is not sitting well with her. The film will explore the theme of self-identity, trauma and guilt, which is hidden behind Neve’s actions.
The Strays Release Date and Trailer
The film is scheduled to be released on 22nd February 2023 on Netflix. Check out its trailer below.
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