Malus Somnia

A young insomniac artist begins to experience terrifyingly vivid nightmares that bleed into her waking reality. As the lines between dream and delusion blur, she must uncover the dark origins of her visions before they consume her entirely. Her investigation leads her down a path of forgotten family secrets and a malevolent entity that feeds on fear.

Malus Somnia received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric dread and unsettling visuals, though some found the pacing uneven. Audiences were generally divided, with some appreciating its psychological horror elements and others finding the narrative too abstract.

• Praised for its intense psychological horror and striking visual style.

• Criticized for a sometimes slow-burn narrative that may alienate some viewers.

• The film effectively builds suspense and explores themes of sleep deprivation and reality.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's unique approach to horror, with many highlighting the chilling atmosphere and strong lead performance. Some viewers found the plot a bit convoluted, but the overall sentiment was that it offered a distinctive and unsettling cinematic experience.

Nominated for Best Horror Film at the Fangoria Chainsaw Awards. Won Best Director at the Sitges Film Festival.

The distinctive, nightmarish imagery in the film was largely inspired by the surrealist works of Salvador Dalí and Hieronymus Bosch.