Triennale Milano

: Reviewers have noted that the film’s conclusion is particularly strong, bringing the emotional weight of the story into perspective with a sequence that explores the purpose of death within this specific folklore.

As the siblings navigate their own internal friction—typical of youth—they begin to realize that the "something" in the woods isn't just a bedtime story. The film expertly builds a sense of dread as our initial characters are revealed to be more complex, and perhaps more dangerous, than they first appear.

: Rather than relying solely on jump scares, the film utilizes its setting to create a "funtastic" yet grim folk-horror vibe.

: Despite its modest scale, the film captures the isolating beauty of the forest, making the environment feel like a character itself. The Verdict