The Road Builder
The dreary existence of middle-aged spinster Maura Prince takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of young handyman Billy Jarvis, but there may be more to him than meets the eye.
Why it matters
A moody descent into psychological dread where isolation and the uncanny intersect in early ’70s folk horror style.
- A slow-burn character study anchored by a quietly haunting performance from Maura Prince.
- Subtle supernatural hints blur the line between reality and paranoia, echoing the era’s fascination with occult unease.
- Perfect for fans of regional horror’s textured atmospheres and creeping dread over jump scares.
- Lacks polish and pacing by modern standards but offers a raw, authentic glimpse into low-budget ’70s indie horror.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
83
Psychological
43
Supernatural
0
Creature
0
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
0
Cerebral
43
Survival
33
Serial Killersexual tension
