For the Gods

A young woman, struggling with her past trauma and a strained relationship with her mother, volunteers for a cutting-edge psychological study. As the experimental treatment progresses, she begins to experience increasingly disturbing visions and memories that blur the lines between reality and delusion. She must confront the darkness within herself and her family's history before she is consumed by the forces unleashed by the study.

The film has garnered a mixed to positive reception, praised for its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from its lead actress. However, some critics found the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally convoluted. Audience reception has leaned towards positive, appreciating its psychological depth and suspenseful narrative.

• Praised for its chilling atmosphere and compelling lead performance.

• Noted for its exploration of trauma and psychological suspense.

• Criticized by some for its occasionally slow pacing and predictable twists.

Google audience: Audiences widely appreciated the film's ability to create a sense of dread and its thought-provoking exploration of mental health. Many highlighted the emotional intensity of the main character's journey and the effective suspense building, though a few mentioned that some plot points could have been clearer.

Nominated for Best Actress at the Sitges Film Festival.

The director, Michael Spiccia, drew inspiration for the film's unsettling visual style from obscure psychological horror films of the 1970s and early 80s.