THE DAMNED 2025

Category: Horror Movies

The Damned (2025), directed by Thordur Pálsson, is a chilling folk horror film set in 19th-century Iceland. The story follows Eva (Odessa Young), a young widow who manages a remote fishing outpost inherited from her late husband. Amid a harsh Arctic winter and dwindling supplies, Eva and her crew face a moral dilemma when a foreign shipwreck occurs nearby. Opting to prioritize their own survival, they abandon the survivors, leading to a series of eerie and violent events that blur the line between superstition and reality.

As strange occurrences mount, including the appearance of a draugr—a revenant from Nordic folklore—Eva grapples with guilt, isolation, and the unraveling of her crew's sanity. The film delves into themes of human frailty and the psychological horrors of survival, emphasizing atmosphere and character over traditional horror tropes.

Premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival in June 2024, The Damned received positive reviews for its moody cinematography, strong performances, and slow-burn tension. Critics praised its cerebral approach to horror, though some noted its deliberate pacing may not appeal to all viewers.

Uploaded on: May 16, 2025, 1:09 pm

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