Two Sisters (1991)

In the midst of a vast, relentless ocean exists a solitary island, a fortress of seclusion for two sisters - Viola Ge, a gifted yet reclusive writer, and her overbearing sister, Marie. Their world is insular, marked by the shadows of their home where Viola, plagued by a disfiguring facial flaw, crafts her beautiful novels in the comforting embrace of darkness. Viola's life, a self-imposed imprisonment, is accentuated by heavy curtains that veil her from the world outside, a world she fears due to the unkindness of her appearance, an unkindness often reiterated by her domineering sister. Marie, a protective sentinel, guards Viola fiercely, her fear of the world's judgment echoing in the silence of their shared solitude. However, their peaceful isolation is disrupted when a determined admirer of Viola's literary prowess dares to shatter the quiet of their existence. He swims through the treacherous sea, fueled by his admiration for the elusive writer, arriving on their shores uninvited, yet not unwelcome. His arrival heralds a storm of change, forcing Viola to confront her deepest fears and insecurities. The proximity of this stranger who adores her words without having seen her face, challenges the sisters' secluded way of life, leading them into unchartered emotional territories. In this compelling tale of isolation, self-acceptance and the transformative power of human connection, we're left to wonder - what unfolds when the hidden is revealed? What stirs when the silenced find their voice? Dive into the depths of this journey to uncover the answers.

Two Sisters is an animation movie featuring Kathleen Fee and directed by Caroline Leaf.

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