A Haunting in Salem
When the new sheriff of Salem, Massachusetts discovers that he is the victim of a centuries-old curse, he must protect his family from the vengeful ghosts that torment his home.
Why it matters
A Haunting in Salem offers a low-budget, atmospheric dive into New England ghost story territory, trading polish for earnest regional flavor and old-school haunt vibes.
- Practical effects and local setting tap into the classic haunted house and witch trial lore that defines Salem’s horror identity.
- Lean narrative and modest execution won’t fool you for a modern prestige ghost story but deliver solid spooky mood for fans of indie haunt flicks.
- Ideal for viewers who savor regional supernatural tales over jump-scare-heavy studio fare—think The Haunting of Connecticut meets folk horror whispers.
- Not a perfect film by any means, but a curiosity piece for those who want to see how Salem’s spectral legacy gets interpreted outside the tourist traps and A24 gloss.
Director
2 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
0
Supernatural
60
Creature
0
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
0
Survival
0
Possession
