John James is a writer; his wife has left him. He moves with his two middle-school children to an isolated house off a dirt road in South Carolina. The property has an Indian burial mound, which fascinates his daughter, Louisa, who's entering puberty.
A recently divorced mother moves with her two children to a remote farmhouse, only to discover that a mysterious, ancient object on the property is slowly corrupting her son. As strange occurrences escalate, she must confront a terrifying truth about the object and its connection to her family.
The New Daughter received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares derivative. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some appreciating the atmosphere but criticizing the slow pacing and unresolved elements.
Google audience: Google users were divided, with some finding the film effectively creepy and engaging, particularly appreciating the performances. However, many felt the story was too predictable, the pacing lagged in parts, and the ending was unsatisfying.
The 'Mound' in the film, a mysterious structure central to the plot, was created using plaster and resin to give it an ancient, unnatural appearance.
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