The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things

Given the exceptionally grim and abusive plot, audience emotional responses are overwhelmingly negative. Sadness and Empathy are paramount, reflecting profound sorrow and compassion for the child protagonist's suffering. Disgust and Anger are highly prominent, stemming from the horrific abuse inflicted by the mother and her family. The film is deeply Disturbing, creating a pervasive sense of Anxiety and Melancholy throughout. While categorized as a Drama, its specific content pushes the emotional spectrum far beyond typical dramatic fare into realms of profound despair and revulsion, with minimal presence of positive emotions.