The Forest

Synopsis

The Forest is a psychological horror film starring Natalie Dormer as Sara, a young woman searching for her missing twin sister in the Aokigahara Forest, known as the Suicide Forest in Japan. As Sara delves deeper into the mysterious and eerie woods, she encounters supernatural forces and unsettling visions that challenge her perception of reality. The dense forest becomes a maze of horror, blending Sara's personal demons with the ancient folklore of the haunted location. The film unfolds with suspenseful twists and turns, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats as Sara navigates through the darkness in a desperate attempt to find her sister.

Cast

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  Natalie Dormer

  Sara / Jess Price

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  Eoin Macken

  Rob

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  Stephanie Vogt

  Valerie

• Osamu Tanpopo

  Homeless Man

• Yasuo Tobishima

  Sushi Chef

• Ibuki Kaneda

  Mei (Schoolgirl)

Reviews

The Forest received mixed reviews from critics upon its release in 2016. While some praised Natalie Dormer's performance and the atmospheric setting of the Aokigahara Forest, others criticized the predictable plot and lack of depth in character development. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a low approval rating of 10%, with critics citing its reliance on genre tropes and clichés. IMDb users rated The Forest 4.8 out of 10, highlighting its eerie ambiance but acknowledging its shortcomings in storytelling. Metacritic scored the movie 34 out of 100, indicating a generally unfavorable reception from critics who found the narrative lacking in originality. Overall, The Forest presents a chilling premise but falls short in execution, appealing mainly to fans of the horror genre.