Molly’s fate in “Take Me to the River” is left ambiguous, but it’s implied that she may have been sexually assaulted by her cousin, Ryder.
In the film “Take Me to the River,” which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2015, the story revolves around a Californian teenager named Ryder who plans to come out to his extended family during a reunion in Nebraska. However, events take a dark turn when Ryder’s young cousin Molly finds herself in a potentially compromising situation with him, leading to family tensions and suspicions.
The film deliberately leaves many questions unanswered, including the exact nature of what happened to Molly. After Ryder and Molly go to the barn to find a bird’s nest, they return with Molly having blood on her dress. The family immediately suspects Ryder of inappropriate behavior, although he denies any wrongdoing. The film does not provide a clear resolution to the incident, leaving the audience to interpret the characters’ actions and the underlying family dynamics. The ambiguity is a key element of the film, as it explores themes of sexuality, trust, and family secrets.
