Shirley (2020)
Release Year: 2020
Nation: United States
Alternative Title: Ширли, Ширлі
Director: Josephine Decker
Writer: Sarah Gubbins, Susan Scarf Merrell
Summary
'Shirley' is a psychological drama directed by Josephine Decker, focusing on the relationship between renowned horror writer Shirley Jackson and her husband Stanley Hyman with a young couple they take in. The film explores themes of inspiration, manipulation, and the complexities of relationships within an intellectual household. It provides insight into Jackson's creative process while offering a compelling narrative around the arrival of Fred and Rose.