The Confession
The brief
Will Canon crafts a generational horror that feels more like a slow-burn family drama until it absolutely doesn't. Italia Ricci anchors the film with a mother's desperation that never feels overwrought, while the supernatural elements creep in through small, unsettling details rather than jump scares. The 87-minute runtime keeps things lean and focused, building dread through what characters don't say rather than exposition dumps. Perfect for fans of hereditary horror like The Babadook or Hereditary who prefer psychological unease over gore.
The verdict
If you crave slow-burn psychological horror that builds dread through family tension and unsettling atmosphere rather than cheap thrills, this is a tightly crafted gem that delivers genuine unease. If you need constant scares or fast-paced horror action, you'll find this 87-minute character study too restrained and deliberately paced for your tastes.
Watch with
- 👥 Horror fans who appreciate psychological builds
- ⚠️ Skip if you're sensitive to child endangerment themes
Heads up
- Child in supernatural danger throughout (frequent)
- Murder confessions and violent past (moderate)
- Disturbing behavior from young child (moderate)
Credits
- Director
- Will Canon
- Cast
- Italia Ricci, Scott Mechlowicz, Zachary Golinger, Terence Rosemore, Justin Matthew Smith, Allie McCulloch, Ron Fallica
Official synopsis
A woman finds her late father’s tape confessing to murder tied to an evil force—now her son shows the same
The Double
Make a night of it
Pair this with Hereditary (2018)
Both explore inherited family darkness and supernatural evil across generations.
Total runtime: 1h 27m + 2h 07m = 3h 34m
