Title: Familiars
Year: 2021
Genre: Horror
Rating: 1
Cast: Jasmine Hodgson, Michael Howard, Rebecca Watts, Sarah Jane Gonzales, Beth Molloy
Description: A disquieting hum of dread permeates "Familiars" (2021), a film less about jump scares and more about the insidious creep of unspoken anxieties. The unsettling atmosphere masterfully builds tension, not through grotesque imagery, but through the subtle unraveling of familial bonds. It’s a slow burn, a descent into fractured realities where the line between perception and truth blurs. The film's strength lies not in its plot twists, but in its exploration of inherited trauma and the suffocating weight of unspoken secrets. "Familiars" isn't easily digestible; it demands attention and rewards thoughtful reflection on the complexities of human connection and the enduring power of the past. This is a haunting, unforgettable cinematic experience.