Sinister
📖 Synopsis
True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “Once you see him, nothing can save you.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller, Mystery
- Director
- Scott Derrickson
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Ethan HawkeEllison Oswalt
Juliet RylanceTracy Oswalt
Vincent D'OnofrioProfessor Jonas
James RansoneDeputy
Fred ThompsonSheriff
Clare FoleyAshley Oswalt
Michael Hall D'AddarioTrevor Oswalt
Victoria LeighStephanie Stevenson
Blake MizrahiChristopher Miller
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sinister about?
- True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.
- Who directed Sinister?
- Sinister was directed by Scott Derrickson.
- When was Sinister released?
- Sinister was released on March 29, 2012.
- How long is Sinister?
- Sinister has a runtime of 1h 50m.
- Where can I track Sinister?
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