Marshmallow
At a secluded summer camp, timid and introverted 12-year-old Morgan is thrust into a waking nightmare when a once-fabled campfire tale becomes real. As a mysterious figure descends upon the camp, Morgan and his newfound friends must embark on a treacherous journey and uncover a sinister reality buried beneath the surface.
Why it matters
A tense coming-of-age folk horror that blends childhood fears with creeping supernatural dread in a summer camp setting.
- Captures the uneasy nostalgia of campfire tales turned deadly, perfect for fans of The Ritual and It Follows.
- Centers on a quietly compelling young cast, with Morgan’s introverted perspective anchoring the suspense.
- Uses naturalistic atmosphere and practical effects to evoke genuine unease rather than cheap jump scares.
- Explores the thin line between myth and reality, tapping into primal anxieties about isolation and trust.
Director
2 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
0
Supernatural
0
Creature
18
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
0
Survival
66
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