
Ouija: Origin of Evil
When you talk to the other side, you never know who will be listening.
Directed by Mike Flanagan
Produced by Platinum Dunes, Universal Pictures
A supernatural horror film centered on a family's descent into genuine possession, balancing intimate family bonds with escalating dread and spiritual menace.
In 1967 Los Angeles, a widowed mother and her two daughters add a new stunt to bolster their séance scam business and unwittingly invite authentic evil into their home. When the youngest daughter is overtaken by the merciless spirit, this small family confronts unthinkable fears to save her and send her possessor back to the other side.
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Is Ouija: Origin of Evil scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 94% of films.
Is Ouija: Origin of Evil sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.
Is Ouija: Origin of Evil violent? Somewhat. More violent than 71% of films.
Does Ouija: Origin of Evil end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is Ouija: Origin of Evil easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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