The Keeping Room (2014) is a gripping historical thriller set during the final days of the American Civil War. The film follows three women—Augusta (Brit Marling), her younger sister Louise (Hailee Steinfeld), and their enslaved companion Mad (Muna Otaru)—who are struggling to survive on a remote Southern farm after the men in their lives have either died or gone off to war. Their fragile existence is threatened when two rogue Union soldiers, drunk on violence and destruction, set their sights on the women’s home.

As the soldiers close in, Augusta takes on the role of protector, forcing the women to stand together and fight for their lives. The Keeping Room is a tense, atmospheric film that explores themes of survival, gender roles, and resilience in a world turned upside down by war. With haunting cinematography and powerful performances, the movie offers a unique and thought-provoking take on the Western and war film genres.