About White Bird in a Blizzard

Released in 2014, 'White Bird in a Blizzard' is a dramatic thriller directed by Gregg Araki. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Laura Kasischke. The story centers around a young woman named Kat Connors, whose life takes a shocking turn when her mother inexplicably disappears.

Making / Production

'White Bird in a Blizzard' was produced by Why Not Productions, Desperate Pictures, Orange Studio, and Wild Bunch. Director Gregg Araki is known for his visually alluring style and distinct narrative approach, both of which were used to full effect in this captivating film.

Actors

• Shailene Woodley as Kat Connors: Woodley masterfully embodies the complexities of a teenager confronting the sudden loss of her mother.
• Eva Green as Eve Connors: Green plays the role of Kat’s mother, portraying a stifled housewife with an undercurrent of wild unpredictability.
• Christopher Meloni as Brock Connors: As Kat's father, Meloni provides a solid performance, displaying the intricacies of a man grappling with his wife's disappearance.
• Shiloh Fernandez as Phil: Fernandez plays the role of Kat's boyfriend, offering a portrayal filled with youthful spirit and anguished emotion.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is based on a novel of the same name by Laura Kasischke.
• Shailene Woodley and Shiloh Fernandez previously co-starred in another indie drama, 'The Spectacular Now.'
• Eva Green described her role as "one of the most challenging" of her career.

Music, Soundtrack

• The score was composed by Robin Guthrie and Harold Budd, effectively combining ethereal ambiance with emotional intensity.
• The film also includes music from popular 1980s artists, highlighting the film's setting and tone.

Quotes

• “I was 17 when my mother disappeared. Just as I was becoming nothing but my body - flesh and blood and raging hormones - she stepped out of hers and left it behind.” - Kat Connors
• “The suburbs are where they cut down all the trees and then name streets after them.” - Detective Scieziesciez
• “Some part of me knew she'd never turn up.” - Kat Connors