Tentacles

About Tentacles

Tentacles is a 2021 horror film that explores the terror of falling in love with something not of this world. The story revolves around a couple, Tara and Sam, who fall into a whirlwind romance, but as they become more attached, Tara begins to exhibit unusual symptoms. Sam eventually uncovers a dark secret about Tara that has to do with tentacles.

Making / Production

The film was produced by Blumhouse Television for Hulu as part of a series titled Into the Dark. The episode airdate was February 12, 2021. The concept was written by Alexandra Pechman and Nick Antosca, directed by Clara Aranovich. Cinematography was executed by Lyn Moncrief, giving the movie its ominously eerie essence.

Actors

• Casey Deidrick plays the role of Sam. He brings a mix of romantic charm and horror ignorance to his character that helps build the suspenseful nature of the film.
• Dana Drori appears as Tara. She perfectly showcases the transition from falling in love to the manifestation of her frightening secret, keeping viewers on their toes.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Tentacles is not a standalone movie, but an episode from the second season of Into the Dark, a horror anthology series deeply rooted in holidays, airing episodes each month with a unique storyline related to the specific holiday of that month.
• It was aired in February, hence, it's the Valentine's Day special episode, with a dark twist on love and relationships.

Quotes

• "When you fall in love, you expose yourself. Opening up your body... your inner self.... and in that, love can make you feel so good...
• "It looks like you've given up on love and are ready to accept the isolation that you so fear."

Music, Soundtrack

• The eerie background score for Tentacles helps to elevate the tension throughout the movie. The music was buttoned up by Ceiri Torjussen.
• The background score enhances the mystery and suspense in the film, creating a hauntingly thrilling atmosphere.