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Begotten

1991 · 72 min Fantasy Horror
5.9 / 10 · TMDB

Begotten is the creation myth brought to life, the story of no less than the violent death of God and the (re)birth of nature on a barren earth.

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Year 1991
Country United States of America
Genre Fantasy, Horror
Director E. Elias Merhige
Runtime 72 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.9/10 (346 votes)

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The director builds tension not through shock, but through feeling — the viewer senses something is wrong long before it becomes obvious. Atmosphere matters more than any plot twist.

This isn't a film for the faint-hearted, nor for seasoned viewers who claim to fear nothing. It exists somewhere between — pressing psychologically rather than physically.

Ideal for fans of psychological horror. Slasher fans should look elsewhere.

Director: E. Elias Merhige

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Late in the evening, with two people. Make tea, put away the phone, don't turn on the lights.

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