No soul is safe.|Sep. 23, 2022|Bulgaria|93 Min.|R
Genre: Horror
Description: Oliver Park’s *The Offering* (2022) stands out as a compelling horror film amidst a competitive lineup of releases. Drawing inspiration from religious horror like *The Omen* and family-centric horror such as *Hereditary*, it brings a unique cultural perspective through its deeply Jewish narrative. While the film stumbles with multiple endings and a somewhat convoluted script, it shines during its atmospheric moments, steering away from overt demonic elements. This nod to the horror style of the late 2000s and early 2010s leaves viewers eager to see what the filmmaker has in store for the future.
The story begins with an introduction to ancient tales of a child-stealing creature, setting the stage for a chilling plot. Pregnant Claire (Emm Wiseman) and her husband Art (Nick Blood) find themselves caught in a tense family drama as Art tries to reconcile with his estranged father, Saul (Allan Corduner), a veteran funeral home owner. Their strained relationship stems from Saul’s absence during Art’s mother’s death, impl
Cast director: Oliver Park
Cast actor: Nick Blood, Emm Wiseman, Paul Kaye, Allan Corduner, Daniel Ben Zenou, Sofia Weldon, Anton Trendafilov, Meglena Karalambova, Jonathan Yunger, Velizar Binev
Original name: The Offering