The Believer (2021)

Lucas, an out-of-work nuclear scientist, struggles with tension in his marriage after his wife Violet mysteriously terminates her pregnancy without his consent. As Lucas' physical health ... See full summary »

Director:

Shan Serafin

Writer:

Shan Serafin

Stars:

Aidan Bristow, Sophie Kargman, Susan Wilder

Cast

Credited cast:
Aidan Bristow	...	Lucas
Sophie Kargman	...	Violet
Susan Wilder	...	Charlotte
Lindsey Ginter	...	Gus
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Robbie Goldstein
Billy Zane	...	Dr. Benedict

Storyline

Lucas, an out-of-work nuclear scientist, struggles with tension in his marriage after his wife Violet mysteriously terminates her pregnancy without his consent. As Lucas' physical health begins to inexplicably deteriorate, Violet's behavior grows increasingly bizarre and he seeks clarity from his therapist Dr. Benedict. Exhausted by his job search, strange events begin to occur in the home and his medical condition progressively declines. Benedict recommends they try an alternative therapy, but it only makes matters worse. Lucas questions Benedict's effectiveness as his grip on reality begins to fade. Violet's deceitful behavior arouses his ever-deepening suspicions, and after a visit from two mysterious guests, her insidious behavior becomes disturbingly pervasive. Lucas' anger and frustration turns to fear as Violet's sinister intentions are revealed. Lucas tries in vain to escape the evil web she has spun, but by the time he discovers the truth, it might be too late.

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Taglines:

Soon the end will begin.

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Genres:

Horror

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User Reviews

Low budget gem

I really appreciated this dark and surreal little chamber piece.

It might not get too many points for originality - it's basically a mashup of Zulawski' Possession, Von Trier' Antichrist and Polanski' Rosemary's Baby, with a little Misery sprinkle on top, for good measure - but it has a certain brutal, steely resolve about it, that I very much adhere to.

It's a very competent slice of microbudget horror, which I hope will find its audience in the future.

Hope you enjoy it.

Details

Official Sites:

Official Website

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

April 2021 (USA)

Also Known As:

The Believer

Company Credits

Production Co:

Gypsy Lane Films, Relentless Escargot Productions, 611 Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

91 min

Color:

Color (HD)

Aspect Ratio:

2.39 : 1 / 4k Widescreen