Next of Kin

Director: Tony Williams
Actors: Jacki Kerin, John Jarratt, Alex Scott
PlotLinda inherits Montclare, a secluded retirement home, from her recently deceased mother. On returning to manage the estate, she finds solace in familiar grounds while struggling with grief. Her arrival marks the beginning of strange occurrences, which she initially dismisses. However, as she digs through her mother's old diary entries and the home's unsettling past, she starts to suspect that something sinister is happening. The environment becomes increasingly eerie, with sudden accidents and unexplained phenomena.
As Linda reaches out for answers, tension builds among the staff and residents. Isolated and under growing pressure, she can't shake off an intensifying feeling of dread. With every clue pointing towards a dark secret buried within Montclare's walls, Linda battles both internal and external forces to uncover the truth. The line between reality and paranoia blurs, leading to unnerving revelations that paint a haunting picture of the home she once felt connected to.
Writers: Michael Heath, Tony Williams
Release Date: 30 Apr 1982
Runtime: 89 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: Australia, New Zealand
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
Next of Kin
Blu-ray Review
Score: 82
Severin Films presents an excellent new transfer of 80s cult classic 'Next of Kin,' notable for its atmospheric style and superb soundtrack, now highly recommended.
Next of Kin excels in atmosphere with a superb transfer and informative extras, making it a lost '80s cult gem highly recommended for film fans.