Hellbender

Hellbender

2021 · 83 min · EN · NR · 5.6 (152 votes)
Dir. Zelda Adams, Toby Poser, John Adams · Starring Zelda Adams, Toby Poser, Lulu Adams, John Adams, Rinzin Thonden, Khenzom

“Growing Up is Hell.”

Horror

A teen and her mother live simply in a home in the woods, spending their time making rock music. A chance encounter with a fellow teen causes her to uncover a connection between her family and witchcraft, which causes a rift with her mother.

VIBE

A secluded, unsettling atmosphere permeates this folk horror tale. It's a raw, atmospheric dive into dark magic and a strained mother-daughter bond, set against a mysterious, forest-laden backdrop. The music adds an intense, eerie layer to the unfolding secrets.

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