What Have You Done to Solange?

The action centers on a college campus and its surrounding grounds. Key locations include a secluded woods by the shore, and a church setting tied to Solange's father, with scenes that move between dimly lit interiors and outdoor spaces. The environment blends academic life with hidden decadence, setting the tone for mystery and danger.

🔎 Murder Secrets

The film builds its tension around a network of hidden relationships and secret clubs that conceal violent acts. Murders follow patterns tied to the victims' social ties and the school's inner circle. The pursuit of truth meets resistance from those who protect reputations and avoid scandal. The theme highlights how secrecy can enable violence and silence.

🫀 Trauma

Solange's trauma from her first sexual encounter and abortion drives the emotional core of the story. The killer's actions are framed by the long-term repercussions on victims and their families. Solange's eventual muteness and emotional withdrawal embody the psychological cost of abuse and concealment. The film suggests trauma can persist across generations, fueling desperate actions.

🎭 Hypocrisy

Authority figures and a wealthy professor manipulate appearances to maintain control, while a culture of secret sex among students is quietly tolerated. The discrepancy between public morality and private excess exposes double standards. The killer's confession and Bascombe's suicide reveal a critique of power, guilt, and exploitation. The theme shows how masks and roles conceal darker truths.