
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark
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2015
Not RatedDirector
Corin Hardy
Runtime
97 minutes
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Deep within the darkness of secluded forest land in rural Ireland dwells an ancient evil. Feared by the nearby superstitious villagers as cursed creatures who prey upon the lost, their secrets have been kept from civilization and remain on their hallowed ground. But when a conservationist from London moves in with his wife and infant child in order to survey the land for future construction, his actions unwittingly disturb the horde of demonic forces. Alone in a remote wilderness, he must now ensure his family's survival from their relentless attacks.
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The Hallow is a traditional folk-horror film that prioritizes atmospheric tension and genre tropes over social discourse. It relies on established, conservative social structures to drive its narrative. The film lacks intentional subversion of traditional hierarchies, focusing instead on a localized, homogeneous setting. This results in a narrow demographic scope that avoids contemporary intersectional identities. Ultimately, the movie remains firmly within the bounds of conventional cinematic storytelling for its genre, emphasizing survival and folklore over social complexity.

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