Gothika

A grim, atmospheric chiller that traps you in institutional dread and ghostly visions, with a slow-burn mystery that tightens into violent revelation.

Directed by

Mathieu Kassovitz

Genres

Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Starring

Halle Berry, Robert Downey Jr., Charles S. Dutton

Tagline

Because someone is dead doesn't mean they're gone.

Overview

After a car crash, criminal psychologist Dr. Miranda Grey regains consciousness only to find that she's a patient in the same mental institution that currently employs her. She's been accused of murdering her husband Dr. Douglas Grey — but she has no memory of committing the crime. As she tries to regain her memory and convince her co-worker, Dr. Pete Graham, of her innocence, a vengeful spirit uses her as an earthly pawn, which further convinces everyone of her guilt.

How it feels

Dark, tense, eerie and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Trauma, revenge, isolation, justice

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

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

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