It's Time to Grow Up
Shortly before her birthday dinner, attended by her immediate family, Margaret, a highly sensitive young girl, writes a phrase once whispered to her by her grandmother in her private journal: “It’s Time to Grow Up.”
Intelligence Brief
It's Time to Grow Up promises a psychologically rich descent into childhood trauma framed by familial expectations.
- Why it matters: Director Alaric Laurent, known for his intimate character work, tackles coming-of-age horror with a minimalist yet unsettling approach that echoes the genre's folk and psychological traditions.
- What we know: The film centers on Margaret, a sensitive girl haunted by a cryptic phrase from her grandmother, unfolding during a tense family birthday dinner that blurs reality and memory.
- Who's involved: Paula Puro leads as Margaret, supported by Sabine Crossen and Rosine Young, with Laurent’s direction emphasizing mood over jump scares.
- The buzz: Early whispers highlight Laurent’s deft use of atmosphere and practical effects, setting expectations for a thoughtful horror entry that dialogues with classics like "The Babadook" and "Hereditary."
Production Intel
- Status
- Post Production
- Budget
- $10,000
- Filming Locations
- France
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
⚠ Limited data — scores are approximate
Gore
0
Slow Burn
0
Psychological
14
Supernatural
0
Creature
0
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
28
Survival
0