The secret is buried within.|Oct. 08, 2021|United States|115 Min.|n/A
Genre: Horror
Description: “The Secret of Sinchanee” is a 2021 horror/thriller film set in New England. The story follows a man who returns home to confront his dark past, while homicide detectives investigate a gruesome murder in the same town. The film explores the legend of the Sinchanee, a fictional Native tribe known for their immunity to diseases. While the Sinchanee are not real, the movie incorporates elements inspired by actual myths and folklore.
Set in December 1995, the film opens with a young boy discovering a backpack and an arrowhead in the woods. He is joined by a Native girl, and later, they exchange Christmas gifts, including the arrowhead, in a moment that hints at darker events to come.
In the present day, Will Stark learns of his father’s death and the foreclosure of their family home in Deerfield, Massachusetts. A trustee reveals that Will’s father struggled with mental health issues, including schizophrenia and dissociative identity disorder, which led to frequent institutionalization. The trustee also hints at troubling events linked to the house, making it harder to sell.
“The Secret of Sinchanee” blends mystery, horror, and drama, weaving a chilling tale of family secrets and supernatural elements.
Cast director: Steven Grayhm
Cast actor: Steven Grayhm, Tamara Austin, Laila Lockhart Kraner, Nate Boyer, Rudy Reyes, Jacob Schick
Original name: The Secret of Sinchanee