Questions tagged [midsommar]

Midsommar (2019) is a folk horror film written and directed by Ari Aster. It's a story of a group of friends visiting a small community in Sweden for a summer festival.

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Are the rituals in Midsommar based on any ancient folk culture?

I've recently watched Midsommar (2019). During the summer festival, which was held during the friends visit in Sweden, we see some terrifying, brutal and definitely scary rituals. I'm speaking about ...
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What are the differences between the Theatrical Release Cut and the Director's Cut of Midsommar?

I've read that Midsommar will have a home video release of its Director’s Cut version. In the same linked article, the Director's Cut has been described to be "extended and unrated" and ...
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What's the significance of this wearable item on Hanna?

In Midsommar, (2019) Hanna (played by Louise Peterhoff) appears to be wearing some kind of modern ankle strap/support. The item is black with red or orange trim and not in keeping with the rest of her ...
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What's the purpose of this picture shown at the beginning?

In the beginning of the Midsommar (2019) movie, this picture appears on the screen: It slides away, then movie begins.
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Why is the movie called "Midsommar" instead of "Midsummer"?

Why is the movie called "Midsommar" instead of "Midsummer"?