The film is set in against the backdrop of World War I and the Spanish Flu pandemic.
: With her husband, Howard, away at war, Pearl becomes obsessed with escaping her dull life to become a famous "movie star" or dancer. Pearl(2022)
: When a local dance audition and an infatuation with a charismatic projectionist offer a glimpse of freedom, Pearl’s desperate ambition and deep-seated mental instability collide, leading to a violent spree against anyone she perceives as an obstacle. Artistic Highlights REVIEW: Pearl (2022) - FictionMachine. The film is set in against the backdrop