The Maus
Maus
Alex and Selma are a couple in love on a trip to the heart of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Suddenly, Selma feels a mysterious force is chasing them.
Why it matters
A slow-burning folk horror that weaves Balkan history and supernatural dread into a haunting meditation on trauma and memory.
- Grounds its unease in the haunted landscapes of Bosnia, blending real-world scars with ghostly menace.
- Minimalist scares build an oppressive atmosphere rather than cheap shocks—perfect for fans of mood-driven horror like "The Witch."
- The couple’s relationship anchors the story, adding emotional weight to the creeping terror.
- Practical effects and subtle sound design amplify the sense of unseen forces stalking the characters.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
50
Psychological
14
Supernatural
40
Creature
0
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
57
Survival
17
