directed by: William Oldroyd, year: 2016
actors: Florence Pugh, Cosmo Jarvis, Paul Hilton, Naomi Ackie

Lady Macbeth is a 2016 British drama film directed by William Oldroyd. The film is an adaptation of the 1865 novella 'Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District' by Nikolai Leskov. Set in 19th century rural England, it tells the story of Katherine, a young bride trapped in a loveless marriage to a middle-aged man. As she struggles with her oppressive surroundings, Katherine embarks on a passionate affair with a worker on her estate, leading to a series of tragic events as she defies societal norms to gain control of her life.

Oppression, Rebellion, Isolation, Power, Betrayal