The Ardennes

Audience emotional responses for 'The Ardennes' are dominated by a pervasive sense of Anxiety and Anticipation, stemming from the tense aftermath of a brutal crime and the unpredictable behavior of a 'highly strung' ex-convict brother. Sadness and Melancholy are prominent, reflecting the tragic consequences of past actions and the difficult, often somber, attempts at reconciliation and moving on. Empathy is evoked for the complex struggles of the characters, while Anger and Disturbing elements arise from the violent past and the volatile nature of the central conflict.