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The Wretched
2019 95 min United States of America 18+
★6.2
Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Director: Brett Pierce, Drew T. Pierce
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Description
A rebellious teenage boy, struggling with his parents' imminent divorce, encounters a terrifying evil after his next-door neighbor becomes possessed by an ancient witch that feasts on children.
Budget:
$66,000
US Gross:
$1.81M
Worldwide:
$4.37M
Starring
John-Paul Howard
Actor
Piper Curda
Actor
Jamison Jones
Actor
Awards
4 wins & 5 nominations
Key opinion
The Wretched is a modestly budgeted, atmospheric horror film that earns praise for its impressive practical creature design and retro-inspired tension. However, it divides audiences due to its thin, often repetitive script and a lead character performance that some find compellingly understated while others dismiss as dull or unmemorable.
| Production | The practical make-up and design of the forest witch serve as the film's most striking and effective visual element. | |
| Direction | The directors successfully establish a moody, nostalgic atmosphere that prioritizes sustained tension over excessive jump scares. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is widely criticized for being wooden, repetitive, and failing to provide a well-developed mythos for its central antagonist. | |
| Acting | The protagonist's characterization divides viewers; some find his struggle relatable, while others view him as selfish and lacking depth. | |
| Ending | Opinions on the final act are split: some appreciate the unexpected twist, while others find the resolution logically weak and unsatisfying. |