And apparently, director Hilditch agrees.

She embodies the perfect mix of vulnerability, grit, and determination that Ava exudes throughout the film.

Why wouldnt I [do it]?

Set photo of Daisy Ridley wielding an axe as Ava in We Bury The Dead.

Set photo of Daisy Ridley wielding an axe as Ava in We Bury The Dead.Photo: Nic Duncan

We Bury the Deadwas first announcedlast October.

According toVariety, the film will premiere in November at Australias Adelaide Film Festival.

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