Musallat
New Turkish horror picture Musallat looks the technical end looks stronger than most. Musallat the story of a young couple haunted by mysterious forces and there looks to be a heavy possession element as well. The calm life of Suat and Nurcan is broken when they begin to be scared by terroríficas supernatural creatures. The official website is now live and includes a lengthy teaser. It does include a childbirth sequence that could leave you squirming.
Why it matters
A chilling dive into Turkish supernatural horror that blends possession lore with vivid practical effects to unsettle on a cultural and visceral level.
- One of Turkey’s early 2000s horror exports, spotlighting a regional scene rarely seen outside its borders
- Possession narrative steeped in local folklore, adding fresh texture to a familiar subgenre
- Practical creature effects and unsettling atmosphere elevate technical craft beyond typical international indie fare
- Contains a harrowing childbirth scene that underscores the film’s willingness to confront raw, corporeal fear
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
14
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
0
Supernatural
40
Creature
18
Disturbing
33
Fun Factor
50
Cerebral
0
Survival
0
