Jun. 14, 2021|United States|100 Min.|n/A
Genre: Horror
Description: “Pasture” is a 2020 American horror film that follows the story of a young woman seeking treatment for schizophrenia. Instead of receiving help, she is abducted by a deranged doctor who subjects her to illegal experimentation. As she struggles to escape, her fragile grip on reality further deteriorates. The movie, directed and edited by Sean Hardaway in his feature debut, was written by Alexis Roblan and produced by Rook Productions. It stars Abigail Rose, Kimberley Christann Pember, Brian Kelly, Scot Scurlock, and Sarah J. Bartholomew.
The film delves into psychological horror, with the protagonist undergoing “transcranial magnetic stimulation,” leading to nightmarish depictions of her mental state, captured by MJ Johnston. While the plot appears to align with conventional exploitation themes, it leans more into elevated horror. The protagonist, Sarah, is trapped not only physically but also mentally, as the doctor, James, and his assistant, Ingrid, experiment on her. The narrative raises questions about whether she will be released if the treatment fails or if she is just another in a long line of victims.
Described as a thought-provoking and unsettling tale, “Pasture” explores themes of consciousness, mental illness, and morality, offering a chilling and fascinating experience despite its non-linear storytelling.
Cast director: Sean Hardaway
Cast actor: Sarah J. Bartholomew, Abigail Rose, Kimberley Christann Pember, Brian Kelly
Original name: Pasture