The Path (2012) movie poster

The Path

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2012 ·1h 22m · ★ 4.5 (27)

In an attempt to recover his marriage, Raul will go with Ana and her son Nico to celebrate Christmas in a cabin away from it all. During the celebration of Christmas his life will change forever. During his strange experiences Raul begins traveling through his memories and faces the reality of his actions.

Why it matters

A psychological folk horror that uses memory and isolation to unravel a fractured family’s darkest secrets.

  • Subtle and atmospheric, it leans on mood over jump scares to build unease in a snowbound cabin setting.
  • Explores guilt and memory as haunting forces, echoing the slow-burn style of films like *The Witch* and *The Invitation*.
  • Ideal for fans of introspective horror that blends personal trauma with supernatural ambiguity.
  • Practical effects and minimalistic sound design amplify the claustrophobic dread without overreliance on CGI.

Horror DNA

Gore
0
Slow Burn
66
Psychological
100
Supernatural
0
Creature
0
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
0
Cerebral
85
Survival
33

Content Warnings

Child in Danger

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