Coven of Evil is a 2020 horror movie directed by Matthew J. Lawrence and features a cast including John Thacker, Laura Peterson, and Samantha Moorhouse. The film starts with a young couple, Molly (Laura Peterson) and Tom (Samantha Moorhouse), who move into an old mansion in the countryside with their toddler son. Molly's mother (Mykayla Sohn) used to work at the house as a caretaker, and she warned her daughter and son-in-law of the history of the mansion before they bought it. The house is not only isolated, but it is also notorious for a coven of witches that used to inhabit it.
Soon after moving in, Molly starts noticing strange occurrences, such as objects moving on their own and hearing whispers. Tom, on the other hand, is skeptical and tries to brush her concerns off, attributing her experiences to the house's age and the wind blowing through the creaky old doors.
Despite Tom's dismissal, things get worse when their son starts to act strangely. Molly begins to suspect that something evil is taking over their son and the house. She talks to her neighbor, Mary-Anne (Jennifer Sims), who tries to warn her against the coven of witches that still inhabits the area. Mary-Anne tells Molly the story of the coven and their evil practices that involved sacrificing children to their god.
As the story progresses, the viewer is taken deeper into the dark past of the mansion's inhabitants. The story reveals that the coven of witches was executed for their wicked practices, but their spirits still haunt the land, seeking revenge on anyone who dares to cross them.
The suspense builds as the family faces escalating supernatural torment, and they come to realize that their only salvation lies in confronting the evil that lurks in their own backyard. The movie takes its time to build its story, and during the first half, the tension is gradually built as the strange occurrences keep happening.
Coven of Evil is a well-crafted horror movie with excellent performances from the cast. Laura Peterson is particularly compelling in her role as the haunted and tormented mother, and John Thacker brings a certain charm to his sceptical husband role. The supporting cast also holds their own, particularly Jennifer Sims, who adds to the dread with her warning.
The cinematography also enhances the movie's suspense, with dark and disorienting shots that communicate a sense of unease. The eerie music equally heightens the tension, keeping the viewer on edge throughout the movie.
In conclusion, Coven of Evil is a successful horror movie, with a well-written story, competent acting, and excellent cinematography. It is a slow-building tension-filled horror movie with a satisfying climax that will leave horror fans feeling content. The movie's pacing and attention to detail set it apart from other horror movies, with the writer and director taking time to build up the story and scare the audience with an excellent use of suspense. Coven of Evil is recommended for horror enthusiasts who appreciate a well-crafted, slow burn horror movie.
Coven of Evil is a 2020 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes.
It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 3.0.
