Added to Netflix on Tuesday, Feb 20, 2024 In “Hereditary,” after the death of their secretive grandmother, the Graham family begins to unravel mysterious and increasingly terrifying secrets about their ancestry. The story focuses on Annie, who discovers disturbing details about her lineage and encounters a series of chilling supernatural events that affect her family. The plot delves into themes of grief, trauma, and the dark forces inherited within a family, culminating in a harrowing and unexpected climax that intertwines the fate of its members with a sinister supernatural presence.
Length: 2h 7m
Genre: Horror, Drama, Mystery
This Title is: Intense, Dark, and Suspenseful
Hereditary is New on Netflix in Canada!
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Cast
- Toni Collette as Annie Graham
- Gabriel Byrne as Steve Graham
- Alex Wolff as Peter Graham
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R (for horror violence, disturbing images, language, drug use, and brief graphic nudity)
Content includes intense and disturbing thematic elements, making it suitable for mature audiences only.
Trivia
- The character of Annie is a miniatures artist, reflecting the film’s theme of control and manipulation.
- The demon king Paimon, central to the film’s plot, is drawn from historical grimoires and is depicted as seeking a male host.
- Director Ari Aster originally pitched “Hereditary” as a family tragedy, emphasizing its deep roots in family dynamics and grief.
Our Review
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“Hereditary” has been acclaimed for its innovative approach to horror, blending intense family drama with chilling supernatural elements. Toni Collette’s performance as Annie Graham stands out, bringing depth to the complex emotions of a mother grappling with hereditary curses and unspeakable grief. The movie’s meticulous direction and unsettling atmosphere contribute to a lingering sense of dread. However, some viewers found the narrative’s pacing slow, and the climax polarizing. Despite this, “Hereditary” is celebrated for its originality and has been regarded as a modern horror classic.
Critic Scores
Hereditary has received a great review by the critics.
