Dolls Can't Cry (2012)

Just close your eyes and believe

Trapped in her own doll-like existence, Faith dreams that one day she can be a real mother to her daughter Nell she abandoned seven years ago. But time has run out. Her sister Eris can no longer keep the child. Her boyfriend Mance won't play father to a rape child. The girl is to be adopted. Desperate to save her dream, Faith takes her daughter into her dollhouse fantasy world, where bad things never happen. But she can't keep reality out. Nell wants a real mother. Mance thinks she's going mad. Eris thinks it's all an act. As the dollhouse reveals itself as thin veil covering the terrors of her past, Faith has to face her pain or be condemned to a life of shame.

Director: Aleksandra Czenczek
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 83 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Jordan Gilmour
Country: Poland, United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Mental Health and Inner Struggle

Keywords

depression, car crash, family, incest, doggystyle, woman director

Trailer

Dolls Can't Cry Trailer
More Films by Director: Aleksandra Czenczek
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dolls Can't Cry about?
Trapped in her own doll-like existence, Faith dreams that one day she can be a real mother to her daughter Nell she abandoned seven years ago. But time has run out. Her sister Eris can no longer keep the child. Her boyfriend Mance won't play father to a rape child. The girl is to be adopted. Desperate to save her dream, Faith takes her daughter into her dollhouse fantasy world, where bad things never happen. But she can't keep reality out. Nell wants a real mother. Mance thinks she's going mad. Eris thinks it's all an act. As the dollhouse reveals itself as thin veil covering the terrors of her past, Faith has to face her pain or be condemned to a life of shame.
Who directed Dolls Can't Cry?
Dolls Can't Cry was directed by Aleksandra Czenczek.
Who stars in Dolls Can't Cry?
Dolls Can't Cry stars Lara Belmont, Barbara Joslyn, Eden Nathenson, Daniel Sommerford, David K. Whiting.
How long is Dolls Can't Cry?
Dolls Can't Cry has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
What genre is Dolls Can't Cry?
Dolls Can't Cry is a Drama film.
Where was Dolls Can't Cry produced?
Dolls Can't Cry was produced in Poland, United Kingdom.
What are the themes of Dolls Can't Cry?
The themes of Dolls Can't Cry include: Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Mental Health and Inner Struggle.