Atrocious

The events occur during the Easter holidays in modern times, with the siblings filming a paranormal web-show. The past lingers through a 1940s legend about Melinda, but the action unfolds in current-day settings—the maze, the house, and the basement where records are kept. The time frame juxtaposes a contemporary pursuit of ghosts with a history of family trauma that resurfaces at night.

The story unfolds at a family's summer home that anchors the investigation into a local legend. The hedge maze nearby becomes the central setting where the disappearances and eerie events occur, transforming ordinary grounds into a labyrinth of clues and danger. The house, the maze, and the well are tied to memories of the mother’s youth and past tragedies, giving the locale a weighty, haunted atmosphere.

👻 Paranormal Legacy

A local legend about a missing girl acts as a catalyst that exposes hidden family dynamics. The siblings chase the myth through a hedge maze, and the line between superstition and reality blurs. Found footage and cryptic clues suggest that haunting and violence are parts of a cycle that repeats across generations.

🧠 Mental Illness

Postpartum depression and psychotic episodes in adolescence shape the mother's behavior and mindset. The doctors’ tape reveals a history of mental illness that reoccurs at night, providing a rationalized explanation for seemingly supernatural events. The film links personal trauma to a cascade of deadly actions within the family.

🔐 Family Secrets

Dark truths about the Quintanilla family surface as the maze exposes what happened to their missing siblings. The mother’s past and the mystery of Elvira frame a web of blame and guilt. The revelation of Michelle’s death and ongoing family silence drives the tragedy forward.

🌲 Nature as Threat

The woods and hedge maze are not just backdrop; they are active dangers that lure characters into danger. The labyrinthine paths, well, and old house create a claustrophobic atmosphere where escape feels impossible. The environment mirrors the family’s psychological perils, amplifying fear and suspense.