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Sinister

Once you see him, nothing can save you.

2012 · R · 1h 50m

Directed by Scott Derrickson

6.9

TMDB audience score
6,331 votes, out of 10

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Synopsis

True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.

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Cast

  • Ethan Hawke
    Ellison Oswalt

  • Juliet Rylance
    Tracy Oswalt

  • Vincent D'Onofrio
    Professor Jonas

  • James Ransone
    Deputy

  • Fred Thompson
    Sheriff

  • Clare Foley
    Ashley Oswalt

  • Michael Hall D'Addario
    Trevor Oswalt

  • Victoria Leigh
    Stephanie Stevenson

  • Blake Mizrahi
    Christopher Miller

  • Cameron Ocasio
    BBQ Son / Killer

  • Danielle Kotch
    Lawn Girl

  • Ethan Haberfield
    Pool Party Boy

  • Nicholas King
    Bughuul / Mr. Boogie

  • Tavis Smiley
    Anchor

  • Rachel Konstantin
    Mrs. Stevenson (uncredited)

  • Chester the Chihuahua
    Barking Dog (uncredited)