The Righteous
The Righteous

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The Righteous

2010
TV Show
Returning Series
1 Season
Polish

Basia and Stefan are a young married couple during World War II who risk their lives to bring aid to Jews. He is an architect, she a nurse--a member of "Zegota" (the Polish underground organization to aid Jews in occupied Poland which operated under the auspices of the Polish government in exile). The series takes place both during the war and in the present day. Basia and Stefan meet accidentally, fall in love, and marry. Basia is active with the underground from the beginning of the war; Stefan is not, but a family tragedy changes his attitude.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Google Users87%
Director: Mark O'BrienGenres: Horror, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A phantom-like stranger appears at the door of a burdened couple's home during the Christmas holiday. The stranger's presence brings with it a series of unsettling events and moral dilemmas that test their faith and sanity. As the situation escalates, they find themselves entangled in a supernatural and psychological ordeal with profound consequences.

Critical Reception

The Righteous received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension, compelling performances, and unsettling narrative. The film's blend of psychological horror and theological themes resonated with many, although some found its pacing deliberate.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective use of atmosphere and dread.

  • The performances, particularly from the lead actors, are highlighted as a strong point.

  • The film's exploration of faith, guilt, and the supernatural is considered thought-provoking.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unsettling tone and psychological depth, with many finding it a refreshing take on the horror genre. Some viewers noted that the slow-burn nature of the story might not appeal to everyone.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Motion Picture and Best Screenplay at the 2022 Canadian Screen Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Nova Scotia, Canada, with much of the production taking place in a remote, isolated setting to enhance the eerie atmosphere.

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