Darling

Synopsis

Darling, a psychological horror film released in 2015, follows a young woman named Darling who takes a job as a house sitter in a mysterious old house in New York City. As Darling spends more time in the house, she begins to experience strange and unsettling occurrences that blur the lines between reality and madness. The house seems to hold a dark past that starts to consume Darling, leading her on a descent into a nightmarish journey of fear and suspense. As she unravels the mysteries of the house, Darling finds herself confronting her own inner demons, ultimately questioning her sanity and the reality of her surroundings.

Cast

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  Lauren Ashley Carter

  Darling

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  Sean Young

  Madame

• Brian Morvant

  The Man

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  Larry Fessenden

  Officer Maneretti

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  John Speredakos

  Officer Clayton

• Al-Nisa Petty

  Miss Hill

Reviews

Darling has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike. IMDb rates the movie at 5.5/10 and Metacritic at 60/100. While some critics praise the film for its atmospheric tension and Lauren Ashley Carter's compelling performance, others criticize its slow pacing and lack of a coherent narrative. Rotten Tomatoes' consensus states: 'Darling is a visually striking horror film with an unsettling atmosphere, but its confusing storyline may leave some viewers feeling unsatisfied.' IndieWire praises the film, saying 'Darling is a chilling and stylish take on the psychological horror genre, with Lauren Ashley Carter delivering a haunting performance.' However, The Guardian criticizes the film for being overly derivative and lacking originality.