Ouija: Origin of Evil
Supernatural horror based on a board game
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About Ouija: Origin of Evil
Released: 2016
Platform: Netflix
Rating: PG-13
Run time: 1h 38m
Cast
Elizabeth Reaser, Annalise Basso, Henry Thomas, Lulu Wilson, Parker Mack, Kate Siegel, Doug Jones, Sam Anderson, Eve Gordon
About Ouija: Origin of Evil
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"Ouija: Origin of Evil" is a 2016 supernatural horror film directed by Mike Flanagan. It serves as a prequel to the 2014 film "Ouija" and is set in Los Angeles in 1967. The story follows a widow and her daughters who run a seance scam business, but when they introduce a new prop to their act – a Ouija board – they unwittingly invite authentic evil into their home. The film delves into themes of grief, guilt, and the supernatural.
Making / Production
The film was produced by Platinum Dunes and Blumhouse Productions. Director Mike Flanagan incorporated practical effects and atmospheric lighting to create a sense of dread and suspense throughout the movie. The setting was meticulously designed to reflect the 1960s era, from the costumes to the set decoration.
Actors
- Elizabeth Reaser as Alice Zander - The widowed mother who becomes caught up in the supernatural events.
- Annalise Basso as Paulina "Lina" Zander - Alice's older daughter who becomes increasingly disturbed by the Ouija board's effects.
- Lulu Wilson as Doris Zander - Alice's younger daughter who becomes possessed by an evil entity.
- Henry Thomas as Father Tom - The local priest who assists the family in dealing with the supernatural forces.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- "Ouija: Origin of Evil" is a prequel to the 2014 film "Ouija" but has been praised for surpassing its predecessor in terms of storytelling and scares.
- Director Mike Flanagan is known for his work in the horror genre, having previously directed films like "Hush" and "Gerald's Game."
- The film's title sequence and overall aesthetic pay homage to classic horror films of the 1960s.
Awards
"Ouija: Origin of Evil" did not receive any major awards but was well-received by critics and audiences for its effective scares and strong performances.
Quotes
- "Doris, are you there? Who are you talking to? It’s okay – you can tell us." - Alice
- "There is something strange going on in your house. I think something's trying to reach out to you." - Father Tom
About Ouija: Origin of Evil
A prequel highlighting a family facing a malevolent force unleashed through a Ouija board, demonstrating the origins of the infamous spirit board's evil.
