The views and thoughts of Canadian writer Margaret Atwood have never been more relevant than today. Readers turn to her work for answers as they confront the rise of authoritarian leaders, deal with increasingly intrusive technologies, and discuss climate change. Her books are useful as survival tools for hard times. But few know her private life. Who is the woman behind the stories? How does she always seem to know what is coming?
Acting
Tatiana Maslany's haunting voiceover brings Atwood's poetry to life.
Cinematography
Stunning Canadian landscapes that mirror her wild imagination.
Writing
Atwood's own words—sharp, funny, devastatingly prescient.
Director
Nancy Lang
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Released during Trump's presidency, the film became accidental prophecy validation—Atwood's 1985 warnings suddenly urgent breaking news.
Graeme Gibson appears healthy throughout; he died months after filming concluded, making his scenes devastating time capsules.
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