Lindsay Lanzillotta's Debut Feature 'Purgatory' Explores Adolescent Turmoil Amidst Divorce
by : Guillermo del Toro
Lindsay Lanzillotta's directorial debut, 'Purgatory,' is a dark divorce comedy set in the 1980s that delves into the emotional upheaval of 13-year-old Beatrice Gravel as her parents’ separation shatters her sheltered suburban existence. Starring Ruby McGurrin as Beatrice, J.K. Simmons as a compassionate priest, and Abby Elliot, the film navigates themes of family, faith, and the difficult truths of growing up, all while offering a nuanced look at parental choices and their impact.