Candyman

A slow, creeping dread that wraps social fury in urban legend, leaving you unsettled and thinking long after.

Directed by

Nia DaCosta

Genres

Horror, Thriller

Starring

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Teyonah Parris, Colman Domingo

Tagline

Dare to say his name.

Overview

A Chicago artist's sanity starts to unravel, unleashing a terrifying wave of violence when he begins to explore the macabre history of the Candyman.

How it feels

Eerie, dark, tense and melancholic. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Race, violence, obsession, corruption

Content

Strong violence and gore. Mild sexual content and language.

Note

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

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