In 1967 Los Angeles, a widowed mother and her two daughters add a new stunt to bolster their séance scam business and unwittingly invite authentic evil into their home. When the youngest daughter is overtaken by the merciless spirit, this small family confronts unthinkable fears to save her and send her possessor back to the other side.
In 1967 Los Angeles, a widowed mother and her two daughters run a fraudulent séance business. When they incorporate a Ouija board into their scams to contact the spirit world, they unwittingly open a gateway for a malevolent spirit to possess the youngest daughter. The family must then confront their darkest fears to save her soul and send the evil entity back to where it came from.
Ouija: Origin of Evil received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising it as a significant improvement over its predecessor. The film was commended for its suspenseful atmosphere, strong performances (particularly from the young actresses), and Mike Flanagan's confident direction, which effectively utilized classic horror tropes. Audience reception was also favorable, appreciating its effective scares and compelling narrative.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Ouija: Origin of Evil, highlighting its effectiveness as a horror film with a compelling story and frightening moments. Many found it to be a well-made prequel that delivered genuine scares and was more engaging than the first movie.
Director Mike Flanagan intentionally used an aspect ratio similar to films from the 1960s to enhance the period feel and create a more immersive viewing experience.
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