Spell
A father survives a plane crash in rural Appalachia, but becomes suspicious of the elderly couple who take him in to nurse him back to health with the ancient remedies.
Why it matters
A tense descent into Appalachian folk horror that trades jump scares for creeping dread and unsettling atmosphere.
- Rooted in regional folklore, it’s a rare foray into rural witchcraft with authentic period remedies and eerie rituals.
- Caleb Landry Jones delivers a raw, increasingly unhinged performance that anchors the film’s slow-burn terror.
- Practical effects and makeup shine in the transformation sequences, evoking classic body horror without digital shortcuts.
- Fans of folk horror and slow-building psychological dread will appreciate the film’s moody, claustrophobic vibe—even if the payoff feels uneven.
Director
3 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
71
Slow Burn
50
Psychological
71
Supernatural
80
Creature
0
Disturbing
83
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
14
Survival
66
Cult
