The Tank

Director: Scott Walker
Actors: Luciane Buchanan, Matt Whelan, Zara Nausbaum
PlotIn the late 1970s, a young couple, Jules and Ben, inherits an abandoned coastal property in Oregon from Ben's late mother. Intrigued by the unexpected inheritance, they travel to the isolated site with their daughter, Reia, hoping for a fresh start and possibly some answers to Ben’s mysterious family past. Upon arrival, they discover a decrepit house nestled in a dense forest and a rundown tank situated eerily nearby. Despite its alarming presence, they are initially more curious than concerned. The couple quickly becomes engrossed in the task of fixing up the place, but strange occurrences begin to unravel around them. Sounds echo from within the tank and odd footprints appear in the mud surrounding it. As they delve deeper into the land's history, they uncover unsettling secrets concerning territorial creatures residing beneath the surface.
Despite local legends and persistent warnings from neighbors to avoid disturbing these creatures, Ben is compelled to explore further, driven by a determination to unveil family secrets and decipher a cryptic message left by his mother. Tensions mount as the family grapples with inexplicable phenomena and increasingly menacing encounters that strain their unity. Meanwhile, Jules tries to protect Reia from the escalating danger. As an underlying malevolence reveals itself, they must confront the awful reality purposefully buried by Ben's ancestors. The family faces a terrifying struggle for survival against ancient beings guarding their domain, leading to harrowing choices about their future on this haunting inheritance that tests their courage and resilience.
Writers: Scott Walker
Release Date: 25 Apr 2023
Runtime: 100 min
Rating: R
Country: New Zealand
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
The Tank
Blu-ray Review
Score: 64
The Tank suffers from a lack of originality and engaging content, though practical effects in the third act shine; visuals and audio are well-executed.