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Gail is forced to come to terms with Josh, her new stepson, at a remote country home. After stealing an evil talisman from a mysterious neighbor, Josh has sinister dreams of his dead mother, who commands Josh to murder Gail. When Josh's dad returns, he and Gail suspect that their son has been possessed by an ancient, bloodthirsty spirit. Is it too late to save Josh's life — or their own?
Why it matters
A tense folk-horror thriller that fuses family drama with ancient evil lurking in the rural shadows.
- Rooted in classic possession tropes but refreshingly intimate, focusing on fractured stepfamily dynamics.
- Atmosphere leans into isolation and creeping dread—perfect for fans of slow-burn supernatural horror like *The Witch*.
- Practical effects and eerie dream sequences elevate the supernatural menace without resorting to cheap jump scares.
- Ideal for viewers who appreciate horror as a psychological battleground, where ancestral curses meet modern trauma.
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Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
33
Psychological
29
Supernatural
80
Creature
0
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
14
Survival
17
Possession
