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Key Features:
Anthology, Supernatural, Psychological horror, Feminist perspective, Gothic horror, Body horror, Nightmare, Isolation, Fear, Paranoia, Violence-moderate, Mystery, Disturbing themes, Disturbing imagery, Supernatural horror, Meta-horror, Social commentary, Exploitation
Tone:
serious, stylized, suspense-driven
Target Audience:
Horror fans, Fans of anthology films, Viewers interested in female-driven narratives, Independent film enthusiasts
Emotional Arc:
Dread → Fear → Unease

XX

2017-02-17
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This all-female horror anthology features four dark tales from four fiercely talented women.

Genres
Horror
Cast
Natalie Brown, Jonathan Watton, Peter DaCunha, Peyton Kennedy, Ron Lea, Michael Dyson, Melanie Lynskey, Lindsay Burdge, Sheila Vand, Sanai Victoria
Crew
Roxanne Benjamin, St. Vincent, Jovanka Vuckovic, Roxanne Benjamin, Karyn Kusama, Jovanka Vuckovic, St. Vincent, Karyn Kusama
Rating
5.031(455 votes)
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