About Amulet

Amulet is a 2020 horror film written and directed by Romola Garai. The film's plot revolves around Tomaz, an ex-soldier from an unnamed foreign conflict, living in strained circumstances in London. Haunted by his past, he is offered a place to stay in a decaying, claustrophobic house, inhabited by an enigmatic young woman and her dying mother. As he starts to fall for Magda, Tomaz cannot ignore his suspicion that something insidious might also be living alongside them.

Making / Production

Amulet was both written and directed by Romola Garai. It's a horror film with a unique approach to storytelling, offering a blend of supernatural elements and psychological thriller. The UK production team worked diligently to establish an eerie and highly unsettling atmosphere throughout the movie.

Actors

• Alec Secareanu as Tomaz: Alec impressively portrays the character of an ex-soldier who, in his attempt to flee from his past, ends up in a haunting predicament.
• Carla Juri as Magda: Carla plays the mysterious role of Magda quite well, a woman bound by her ailing mother's side in a decaying house.
• Imelda Staunton as Miriam: Imelda skilfully portrays the role of the housekeeper who offers Tomaz shelter, concealing many secrets.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Amulet is actress Romola Garai's directorial debut.
• The story's setting, and most particularly the house's interior, plays a significant role in enhancing the eeriness.
• The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on 26th January 2020.

Quotes

• Tomaz: "I am looking for a woman."
• Miriam: "Aren't we all?"
• Magda: "The world is full of monsters."

Music and Soundtrack

• The original score was composed by Sarah Angliss. The music captures the gloomy, mysterious and unnerving atmosphere of the film.
• Sound design plays a constrained yet significant role, intensifying the sinister undertones of the flick.