Motherly

When a woman seeks refuge from an abusive relationship at her estranged mother's isolated cabin, she hopes to find peace and healing. However, the cabin holds dark secrets, and her mother's unsettling behavior soon reveals a terrifying truth: her mother is not who she seems, and the perceived sanctuary is actually a deadly trap.

Motherly received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the attempt at psychological horror, the execution was frequently seen as falling short of its potential, leading to a lukewarm response from audiences as well.

• Criticized for its unoriginal and predictable storyline.

• Praised by some for its atmospheric tension, but largely let down by weak character development.

• The film struggled to deliver a compelling or surprising horror experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Motherly are scarce, but the limited feedback available suggests a mixed to negative reception, with many viewers finding the film to be uninspired and lacking in genuine scares or emotional depth.

The film's director, Craig William Macneill, is also known for directing the critically acclaimed horror film 'The Boy' (2015).