Cthulhu (2008) movie poster

Cthulhu

2008 ·1h 40m · ★ 4.9 (49)

A Seattle history professor, drawn back to his estranged family on the Oregon coast to execute his late mother's estate, is reacquainted with his best friend from childhood, with whom he has a long-awaited tryst. Caught in an accelerating series of events, he discovers aspects of his father's New Age cult which take on a dangerous and apocalyptic significance.

Why it matters

Horror DNA

Gore
14
Slow Burn
100
Psychological
100
Supernatural
40
Creature
55
Disturbing
67
Fun Factor
0
Cerebral
99
Survival
17
CultLovecraftianParanoia

Content Warnings

Body HorrorDehumanization

Phobia triggers

TMDB Keywords

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