The Scary of Sixty-First

Two roommates, Elara and Abigail, discover that their new apartment was once the residence of a notorious serial killer. As they delve deeper into the building's dark history, strange occurrences and unsettling figures begin to plague them, blurring the lines between reality and paranoia.

The Scary of Sixty-First received a mixed reception from critics, with many praising its distinctive atmosphere and unsettling tone, while others found its pacing and narrative disjointed. Audience reactions were similarly divided, appreciating its bold, experimental approach to horror but often finding it challenging to fully engage with.

• Praised for its unnerving atmosphere and stylish, disorienting direction.

• Appreciated for its provocative themes and discomforting exploration of power dynamics.

• Criticized by some for its ambiguous narrative and challenging, slow-burn pacing.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a visually striking and atmospheric experience, though many noted its unconventional storytelling and appreciated its willingness to explore darker subject matter. Some viewers found it overly obscure and divisive.

Nominated for the Golden Leopard at the Locarno International Film Festival.

Director Dasha Nekrasova has stated that the film was partly inspired by the real-life Pizzagate conspiracy theory, aiming to explore themes of paranoia and hidden truths.