The Tank
In 1978 Oregon, Ben and Jules inherit an abandoned coastal property from Ben's late mother, who's never mentioned it. The untouched house has been kept a secret for 40 years and comes with a beautiful private cove and beach. Jules searches for answers while Ben unwittingly awakens a fiercely protective creature.
Why it matters
A slow-burning coastal folk horror that mines family secrets and nature’s wrath in the shadow of the Pacific Northwest.
- Practical effects and creature design evoke a primal, tangible terror reminiscent of ’70s ecological horror like The Fog and Prophecy.
- The setting—a misty, isolated Oregon coastline—becomes a character itself, steeped in atmospheric dread and regional folklore vibes.
- For fans of intimate, low-key horror that builds unease through mood and mystery rather than jump scares or gore.
- Not flawless—some pacing stumbles and narrative gaps—but its commitment to creeping dread and creature mythology rewards patient viewers.
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Cast
Horror DNA
⚠ Limited data — scores are approximate
Gore
0
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
0
Supernatural
0
Creature
36
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
0
Survival
17
Creature
