Set in 1750 Austria, The Devil’s Bath follows Agnes, a deeply religious woman whose marriage soon turns into a life of endless chores and stifling expectations. As her mental and emotional state deteriorates, Agnes becomes ensnared in a dark and lonely path filled with sinister thoughts. The film delves into her psyche, capturing her descent until she sees violence as her only escape from an inner prison.
Based on historical court records, The Devil’s Bath sheds light on the invisible and unheard women of the rural past, exploring a shocking and previously untold chapter of European history.
