His House

Refugees haunted by sinister presence in new home

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About His House

Released: 2020

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-14

Run time: 1h 33m

Cast
??p? Dìrísù, Wunmi Mosaku, Matt Smith, Malaika Wakoli-Abigaba

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His House is a 2020 supernatural horror film that follows a refugee couple who makes a harrowing escape from war-torn South Sudan, only to face more evil in their new British home. Directed by Remi Weekes, the film delves into themes of trauma, loss, guilt, and the supernatural. As they struggle to adapt to their new life, the couple must also confront the malevolent spirits haunting their house.

Making / Production

The film was produced by New Regency Pictures as a part of the Independent Movies genre. It was the directorial debut of Remi Weekes.

Actors

  • Wunmi Mosaku as Rial - Portrayed the role of Rial, a mother haunted by the memories of losing her daughter.
  • Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù as Bol - Played the character of Bol, who grapples with the guilt of leaving his daughter behind during their escape.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The film had its world premiere at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival.
  • His House marks Remi Weekes' directorial debut in feature filmmaking.

Awards

His House has received critical acclaim and several nominations for awards, including BAFTA and Independent Spirit Awards.

Quotes

  • "The evil is so much stronger in the places you pray." - Rial
  • "This is our home. We can change it." - Bol

Music

  • The score for His House was composed by Roque Baños, enhancing the eerie and tension-filled atmosphere of the film.