Sinister (2012)
Release: March 29, 2012 | Runtime: 1h 50m | Rating: 6.9
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.
Once you see him, nothing can save you.
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Main cast
- Ethan Hawke as Ellison Oswalt
- Juliet Rylance as Tracy Oswalt
- Vincent D'Onofrio as Professor Jonas
- James Ransone as Deputy
- Fred Thompson as Sheriff
- Clare Foley as Ashley Oswalt
- Michael Hall D'Addario as Trevor Oswalt
- Victoria Leigh as Stephanie Stevenson
- Blake Mizrahi as Christopher Miller
- Cameron Ocasio as BBQ Son / Killer
- Danielle Kotch as Lawn Girl
- Ethan Haberfield as Pool Party Boy
- Nicholas King as Bughuul / Mr. Boogie
- Tavis Smiley as Anchor
- Rachel Konstantin as Mrs. Stevenson (uncredited)
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FAQ
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.
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