Maria is the family’s maid, whose odd behavior is noted by the others before she leaves the house. Following Otto’s advice, Alexander visits her and asks her to help him avert the impending catastrophe; she comforts him when he is distressed, and they make love. The next morning she appears as Alexander’s family rushes toward the burning house.
Mother is Margit and Katla’s mother, whose death sets the sisters’ flight in motion. She is stoned and burned after being accused of witchcraft. Afterward, she appears to Margit in visions, remaining a haunting presence connected to Margit’s understanding of the sisters’ past.
Part of the ordinary family group. Represents the domestic and personal realities that Magnús evaluates during his illness-induced introspection.
Guðrún Gísladóttir has 27 screen credits in a career dating back to 1986. Their work is anchored in the Ploey Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include The Sacrifice, Háflóð, Munda. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
