Make Up (2019) Apr 2026

is a British psychological thriller and coming-of-age drama that marks the assured debut of writer-director Claire Oakley . Set against the bleak, atmospheric backdrop of a Cornish holiday park in the dead of winter, the film subverts traditional genre expectations by blending elements of body horror and suspense with a deeply personal story of sexual awakening. Core Narrative and Plot

: Her initial jealousy morphs into a surreal obsession. She begins "amateur detective work," tracking a mysterious woman with red hair whom no one else seems to notice. Make Up (2019)

: Shortly after arriving, Ruth discovers clues that suggest Tom might be unfaithful: a smear of red lipstick on a mirror and strands of long, red hair on his clothes. is a British psychological thriller and coming-of-age drama

: Ruth's search leads her to Jade ( Stefanie Martini ), a beguiling park employee. As Ruth befriends Jade, her suspicions about Tom’s infidelity are eclipsed by an emerging self-realization regarding her own desires. Themes and Genre Subversion She begins "amateur detective work," tracking a mysterious