The Cunning Man

In the remote Scottish Highlands, a young woman named Isla is haunted by the death of her mother and the strange rituals her grandmother performed. When a series of disturbing events plague her family's ancestral home, Isla uncovers a dark secret tied to an ancient, malevolent entity known as the Cunning Man, who demands a terrible price for protection.

The Cunning Man received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often pointing to its ambitious themes and atmosphere but lamenting its underdeveloped plot and inconsistent pacing. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the folk horror elements and others finding it confusing or lacking in genuine scares.

• Praised for its attempt at creating a unique folk horror atmosphere.

• Criticized for a convoluted and often slow-moving narrative.

• Some viewers found the ending to be unsatisfying and difficult to interpret.

Google audience: Google user reviews are largely absent or unspecific for this film, making it difficult to summarize audience sentiment.

The film was shot on location in the Scottish Highlands, with the remote and atmospheric setting playing a crucial role in establishing the movie's eerie tone.