Dark Souls
Mørke sjeler
A young girl, Johanna, is attacked and seemingly murdered. Her father receives a phone call from the police pronouncing her dead as he sees her walk in the front door of their house. Strange things begin to happen to Johanna; she is disorientated and becomes pale and unresponsive. Similar attacks begin to happen, and Johanna’s father takes it on himself to find out the truth. He embarks on a dark thrill ride of lost memories, conspiracy, and zombie-like symptoms. Finding the mysterious darkness within is the source of the bizarre world he has uncovered.
Why it matters
A disorienting blend of psychological thriller and supernatural horror that unspools a uniquely haunting mystery about identity and unseen darkness.
- Subverts zombie tropes by blending infection with eerie dissociation, crafting a fresh take on the “altered victim” narrative.
- Anchored by a quietly compelling performance from the young lead, whose pallor and silence evoke genuine unease without cheap shocks.
- Perfect for fans of slow-burn, atmospheric horror that leans into mood and mystery over gore or jump scares.
- Resonates with themes of memory loss and conspiracy, tapping into primal fears of losing control over oneself and one’s family.
Directors
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
14
Slow Burn
83
Psychological
100
Supernatural
0
Creature
55
Disturbing
50
Fun Factor
0
Cerebral
85
Survival
33
