Hideous Kinky

Hideous Kinky

1999 • Drama, RomanceR
In 1972, disenchanted about the dreary conventions of English life, 25-year-old Julia heads for Morocco with her daughters, six-year-old Lucy and precocious eight-year-old Bea.
Runtime: 1h 38m
Immerse yourself in the rich narrative of Esther Freud's novel "Hideous Kinky," where the depths of emotion and the vibrancy of 1970s Morocco come alive far beyond the cinematic portrayal. Through her evocative prose, Freud weaves a captivating story of self-discovery, cultural immersion, and the poignant essence of childhood. Her insights paint a vivid backdrop, allowing readers to savor the intricate relationship between a young mother and her daughters venturing into the unknown. Beyond the visual allure of the film, the novel offers a profound exploration of identity and belonging that only the pages can provide. With deep character introspection and a narrative style that embraces sensory details and emotional complexity, "Hideous Kinky" invites readers to explore the subtleties of human experience in a way that transcends visual storytelling. Discover the subtleties and nuances of life and growth in a foreign land through the eyes of Freud's sharply drawn characters, which no brief screen adaptation can fully capture.

Hideous Kinky inspired from

Hideous Kinky
by Esther Freud