The Hollow
The Hollow

The Hollow

2015Movie90 minEnglish

It's Halloween eve on Shelter Island, and the small town is preparing for a killer storm. But the dark clouds gathering over the island are bringing with them a curse one-hundred years in waiting. As the woods give birth to an ungodly and insatiable creature of fire, bones, and earth, three sisters must scramble to stay alive through the long dark night of the Hollow. For it's not something you can kill. It's only something you can try and survive.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Sherman AlexieGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A young Native American girl, "The Warrior," grapples with the legacy of violence and trauma on her reservation. She finds solace and strength in her family and community, ultimately confronting her own inner demons. The film explores themes of identity, resilience, and the search for belonging.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its authentic portrayal of Native American life and its heartfelt performances. However, some found the pacing to be slow at times, and the narrative occasionally predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of Native American culture and community.
  • Appreciated for its sensitive exploration of difficult themes like trauma and resilience.
  • Some noted that the story, while moving, could benefit from tighter pacing.

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Fun Fact

Director Sherman Alexie, known for "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian," drew upon his own experiences and observations of reservation life for this film.

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Gimly

Gimly

I liked the spikey man but **holy fuck** was this bad. The bad stuff is supposed to stop once the storm is over, but there's no storm for more than 90% of the movie's runtime, and every character delivers their lines in a shrill scream befo...