Matriarch

A slow, oppressive descent into old wounds and creeping dread, more unsettling atmosphere than jump scares.

Directed by

Ben Steiner

Genres

Horror

Starring

Jemima Rooper, Kate Dickie, Sarah Paul

Tagline

The mother of all evil.

Overview

Afflicted with a mysterious disease after surviving an overdose, a woman returns to her childhood home to confront her personal demons but instead discovers a real one.

How it feels

Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Trauma, isolation, family, identity

Content

Strong violence, gore and language. Mild sexual content.

Note

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