Directed and written by Remi Weekes from a story by Felicity Evans and Toby Venables, “His House” is a horror-thriller film released in 2020. The movie follows the journey of a refugee couple, played by Wunmi Mosaku and Sope Dirisu, as they face the challenges of adapting to their new life in an English town that hides a dark secret. Matt Smith also stars in the film. “His House” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 27th, 2020, before being released by Netflix on October 30th, 2020. The film received critical acclaim from reviewers.
“His House”
“His House” is a horror-thriller film directed by Remi Weekes. The film tells the story of a young couple, Bol and Rial, who flee war-torn South Sudan and seek asylum in England. They are assigned a small house in a rundown neighborhood, but soon realize that the house is haunted by malevolent spirits. As they struggle to adjust to their new life, they must confront their traumatic past and the horrors that haunt them. The film stars Sope Dirisu and Wunmi Mosaku in the lead roles.
Review:
“His House” received critical acclaim for its unique take on the horror genre, social commentary, and exceptional performances by the lead actors. The film was praised for its eerie atmosphere, suspenseful plot, and sensitive portrayal of the trauma and displacement experienced by refugees. The film currently holds a 7.4/10 rating on IMDb and a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Popularity:
“His House” was a critical and commercial success, gaining popularity among horror fans and audiences interested in social issues. The film was widely praised for its unique storytelling and immersive horror elements. It also helped to launch the career of director Remi Weekes and actors Sope Dirisu and Wunmi Mosaku.
Directed by | Remi Weekes |
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Produced by | Aidan Elliott Martin Gentles Arnon Milchan Ed King Roy Lee |
Screenplay by | Remi Weekes |
Story by | Felicity Evans Toby Venables |
Starring | Wunmi Mosaku, Sope Dirisu, Matt Smith, |
Cinematography | Jo Willems |
Edited by | Julia Bloch |
Production companies |
Regency Enterprises BBC Films Vertigo Entertainment Starchild Pictures |
Distributed by | Netflix |
Release date | January 27, 2020 (Sundance) October 30, 2020 (United States) |
Running time | 93 minutes |
Countries | United States United Kingdom |
Languages | English Dinka |