The Darknessย is a supernatural horror film directed by Greg McLean, starring Kevin Bacon, Radha Mitchell, and David Mazouz. The movie revolves around a family that unwittingly brings home a malevolent force after a trip to the Grand Canyon.
The story follows the Taylor familyโPeter, Bronny, and their children, Michael and Stephanieโwho go on vacation to the Grand Canyon. While exploring, Michael, the autistic son, discovers ancient stones tied to a Native American legend. He takes the stones home, unaware that they are linked to an evil spirit. After the family returns, they start experiencing a series of disturbing and unexplainable events in their home, with Michael becoming the focal point of the supernatural activity.
The entity released from the stones begins tormenting the family, manifesting as poltergeist-like disturbances and escalating into physical and psychological attacks. As they seek answers, they learn that the spirit is connected to ancient Native American mythology, specifically an evil force tied to the “Anasazi” tribe. The family must find a way to stop the entity before it consumes them.
The Darkness explores themes of guilt, family tension, and how the supernatural force exploits the weaknesses of each family member. Despite the film’s interesting premise involving Native American mythology, it received mixed to negative reviews, with some critics pointing out its reliance on familiar horror tropes and lack of originality. However, fans of supernatural and family-centered horror might find it intriguing for its tension and eerie atmosphere.
