It did not, in fact I've never even heard of the movie before this ask! 😂 But that's not really a shocker for me because I'm not really into movies or rather don't find myself watching a lot of movies....

HU was solely inspired, I guess at least aesthetic wise, from Ethel Cain's Ptolomaea, that's what birthed it actually and then my interest/research into Appalachia fueled my use of the language/Megumi's character while everything else has come from my own mind/ideas. Though of course I'm sure on a subconscious level, the things I have consumed guide my hand like a phantom!

HOWEVER that being said I feel put on (esp if I like it) - I told Eve about this ask and we are now going to watch the movie sometime this week! I am excited to see what's its about and the aesthetic... 👁️👁️ Thanks for the rec!