The Atticus Institute

A slow-burn faux-documentary that builds dread through clinical observation and escalating supernatural horror, leaving a lingering sense of unease.

Directed by

Chris Sparling

Genres

Horror

Starring

William Mapother, Rya Kihlstedt, Sharon Maughan

Tagline

The only case of possession confirmed by the U.S. Government.

Overview

In the early 1970s, Dr. Henry West creates an institute to find people with supernatural abilities. When Judith Winstead comes to the facility, she exhibits amazing abilities that the military wants to turn into a weapon.

How it feels

Eerie, dark, tense and bleak. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Obsession, power, corruption, isolation

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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