The Juniper Tree (1990, Dir. Nietzchka Keene)

A grim Icelandic retelling of a Brothers Grimm tale, starring a young Björk in her first film role.
Two sisters use witchcraft to survive in a barren world, but their magic — and jealousy — bring tragedy.
The film’s stark landscapes and eerie quiet make it feel both ancient and modern. It’s not just fantasy; it’s folklore as psychological survival.
Understated, haunting, and criminally unknown.

Rating: 5 / 5