Feature
The Djinn
Certified Fresh with 88% on Rotten Tomatoes!
A mute boy is trapped in his apartment with a sinister monster when he makes a wish to fulfill his heart’s greatest desire.
USA, 2021, 82 minutes, Rated R, Directed by David Charbonier and Justin Powell
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“A streamlined story packed with intensity and scares. The meticulous simplicity lets the suspense do the heavy lifting for this modern fairy tale nightmare.”
– Meagan Navarro, BLOODY DISGUSTING -
“The acting is perfect, and the visuals are a masterclass in creating tension. Seek this title out as soon as possible.”
– Bobby LePire, FILM THREAT -
“’The Djinn’ is a modern, stripped-down fable with ample scares and a terrifying central monster.”
– Chad Collins, DREAD CENTRAL -
“A great example of how indie filmmaking can utilize its shortcomings to make compelling, suspenseful stories with well-thought-out characters and a damn good monster.”
– Jonathan DeHaan, NIGHTMARE ON FILM STREET -
“It is the very definition of both ‘scrappy’ and ‘successful’ and still manages to pile scares on scares.”
– Deirdre Crimmins, RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE -
“Excels where it matters most; thrills, scares, and an empathetic, resourceful lead that fights back...”
– Robert Kojder, FLICKERING MYTH