The Nest
El nido
Marta, a woman so obsessed with protecting her family from outside danger that she decides to keep her mother and young son locked away in an isolated house high in a mountain village.
Why it matters
Director
2 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
33
Psychological
57
Supernatural
0
Creature
0
Disturbing
50
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
28
Survival
50
Content Warnings
Phobia triggers
Pairs Well With
Production History
Intelligence Brief
The Nest explores isolation and familial paranoia through a claustrophobic mountain thriller that taps into primal fears of safety and captivity.
- Why it matters: It’s a timely psychological horror reflecting modern anxieties about protectionism and the thin line between care and control.
- What we know: Marta’s obsession with shielding her family leads to a tense, atmospheric narrative set in a remote mountain village, promising slow-burn dread and character-driven terror.
- Who's involved: Helmed by Hugo Stuven Casasnovas, known for blending psychological tension with stark visuals; Michelle Jenner leads a strong cast delivering nuanced performances.
- The buzz: Early festival whispers highlight the film’s oppressive mood and thematic depth, positioning it as a fresh voice in psychological horror for 2026.
Trailers
THE NEST. Teaser.
Production Intel
- Status
- Released