The Messengers
Director: Danny Pang, Oxide Chun Pang
Actors: Dylan McDermott, Penelope Ann Miller, Kristen Stewart
PlotA financially struggling family relocates to a remote sunflower farm in North Dakota for a fresh start. Roy, the father, hopes to revitalize the decrepit farmhouse while his wife Denise supports the move, trusting it'll bring the family closer. Their teenagers, especially Jess, struggle with the transition, feeling isolated and discontent. Almost as soon as they settle in, Jess begins to witness strange and unsettling phenomena around the house—shadows moving, unexplained noises, and ghostly apparitions that seem intent on terrorizing her. Her younger brother, Ben, also shows signs of being disturbed by these supernatural occurrences, though he remains largely non-verbal about the events.
As Jess tries to convince her parents of the frightening experiences, the farm’s ominous history slowly unravels. The tension within the family rises as Roy becomes increasingly frustrated with Jess’s claims, dismissing them as teenage angst or hallucinations. With increasing intensity, the spectral activities escalate, making daily life perilous. Jess seeks answers and solace but finds herself more isolated and desperate with each passing day. The family's attempt to build a new life on the farm spirals into a battle for survival against malevolent forces lurking within their seemingly idyllic refuge.
Writers: Mark Wheaton, Todd Farmer
Release Date: 02 Feb 2007
Runtime: 90 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: Canada, United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
"The Messengers" is a standard, unmemorable PG-13 horror movie, but the Blu-ray excels with a sharp transfer, impressive audio, and decent extras, making it a solid rental.
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