Netflix’s ‘His House’ is An Uncomfortable, Anxiety Fueled Thriller – Movie Review

I typically try to stay away from films that I know will make me sad, but I decided to give Netflix’s new thriller, His House, a whirl and let’s just say I wasn’t disappointed. It reminded me of other films that haunted me as a child and left a lasting memory!

This film was directed and written by Remi Weekes. The story was created by Felicity Evans and Toby Venables. The producers include New Regency’s Arnon Milchan; Vertigo Entertainment’s Roy Lee; Martin Gentles and Edward King of Starchild Pictures; Aidan Elliott; in association with BBC. The executive producers include New Regency’s Yariv Milchan, Michael Schaefer and Natalie Lehman; BBC Films Eva Yates; Stuart Manashil, and Steven Schneider. It stars ??p?? Dìrísù, Wunmi Mosaku, and Matt Smith.

Synopsis for His House

After making a harrowing escape from war-torn South Sudan, a young refugee couple struggle to adjust to their new life in a small English town that has an unspeakable evil lurking beneath the surface.

His House was an incredibly powerful film that will haunt you. I’ve never seen anything quite like it and it was one that left me emotionally drained. This heart-wrenching story takes you on a journey about two refugees who desperately want a new beginning but are finding it hard to move on because they are haunted by the pain and memories of their past.

Dìrísù and Wunmi Mosaku both delivered riveting, hearting breaking performances that will you leave feeling uncomfortable and depressed. It’s not an easy story to stomach, but the characters bring to life the real horror refugees go through and why they often flee in hopes for a better tomorrow.

His House was shot beautifully, with rich, detailed imagery and a haunting atmosphere that will send chills down your spine. Some of the scenes, especially the ones where spirits are staring out through the walls, were truly terrifying and left me breathless.

Final Thoughts

This film will release on Netflix, October 30, 2020. Be sure to check it out His House and stay tuned for interviews with the cast!