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825 Forest Road Summary and Review - Every Town Has its Secrets

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825 Forest Road tells the story of a town, Ashland Falls, haunted by the ghost of a long-dead resident, Helen Foster, who has terrorised the locals for decades. When newcomer Chuck Wilson arrives, he finds himself drawn into the mystery surrounding Helen and her former home at 825 Forest Road - an address that, curiously, doesn’t appear on any map. The film opens promisingly, offering a glimpse of the fear that grips the town as Ashley and her friend conduct their own investigation into the legend of Forest Road. Their conversation is interrupted by an unseen and threatening presence, hinting at the dark forces at play and setting the stage for the suspense to come. A Sinister Past Chuck moves to Ashland Falls with his wife, Maria, and his sister, Isabelle, following the tragic death of their mother in a car accident - an accident that occurred while Isabelle was driving. The family settle into a house that’s been on the market for some time, unaware that the previous owner committed ...

Attachment Summary and Review - A Test of Love and Faith

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Attachment is a Danish horror film that blends the supernatural with a tender love story. Set against the backdrop of Jewish folklore and mysticism, it explores themes of love, family, and cultural identity. As the story unfolds, it delves into relationships, tradition, and the presence of something eerie beneath it all. Instant Connection Maja (Josephine Park) is a former actress living in Denmark meets Leah (Ellie Kendrick), a Jewish woman from London. The two have an instant connection, and what starts as a whirlwind romance quickly escalates when Leah is injured after suffering a mysterious seizure. Concerned for her health, Maja accompanies Leah back to her mother’s house in a Jewish neighbourhood in London. Ellie warns Maja about her "weird mother" but undeterred, Maja steps up to try and win over Chana (Sofie Gråbøl).  While one might expect her to disapprove of Maja's relationship with her daughter,  it's not obvious that this is the reason for her hostility....