New horror trailer: Girl fears parents trying to kill her
You Can’t Pick Your Family
Some family secrets aren’t revealed through conversation; they are revealed in the shadows, manifesting as terrifying, invisible forces. The upcoming horror film Family delves into this unsettling territory, asking the deep, uncomfortable question: what happens when the bonds we cherish are revealed to be poisoned by something dark?
The film follows ten-year-old Johanna as she begins to suspect that the invisible strain within her home is more sinister than any illness or misfortune. As she attempts to protect her ailing father, dark visions creep in, and the disappearance of her beloved dog only amplifies her growing paranoia, pushing her into a haunting fantasy world mirroring her deepest fears.
The story brings together a powerful ensemble cast, featuring Ruth Wilson, Ben Chaplin, Cameron Dawson Gray, and Allan Corduner to explore the psychological toll of familial dread. The narrative centers on Johanna’s descent as she grapples with the reality that the source of her terror may not be external, but the very people she is supposed to love most.
Directed and written by Benjamin Finkel, the film is a meticulously crafted exploration of dark dynamics. Finkel, who also served as an executive producer, successfully manages to blend psychological suspense with visceral horror, creating an experience that feels uniquely personal.
The production is anchored by a strong team, including Jewerl Keats Ross and Ruth Wilson as executive producers, alongside producers Lynette Howell Taylor, Samantha Housman, and Finkel.
Critics are already pointing to the film’s potent thematic depth. Reviewers note that Family finds an affinity with films like Ari Aster’s Hereditary, utilizing the horror genre as a powerful metaphor for complex and dark family dynamics. While the film masterfully crafts eerie scenes—from lights shining ominously in isolated houses to tracking shots down empty hallways—the true terror stems not from cheap jump scares, but from the terrifying apparitions and the psychological unraveling of the characters.
The result is a deeply unsettling and beautifully executed piece of cinema that uses horror not just for shock, but as a lens through which to examine the complexities of love, loss, and hidden evil.
Family will hit theaters and streaming platforms starting FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25.
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