Marrowbone
A young man and his three younger siblings are plagued by a sinister presence in the sprawling manor in which they live.
Critics Sentiment
Allie reads diary discovering siblings were murdered months ago
Tom discovers corpses while Simon attacks in attic
The film peaks with the devastating diary revelation before stumbling in its conventional climactic confrontation.
Marrowbone builds strong atmospheric tension and emotional investment through its first two acts, with reviewers praising the Gothic mood, performances, and handling of trauma themes. The major twist divides critics between those who found it predictable and those moved by its execution, but most agree the film's final act feels rushed and relies on familiar horror tropes. Despite its flawed ending, the film succeeds as a psychological drama with horror elements rather than pure horror.
Full cast
George MacKay
Jack Marrowbone
Anya Taylor-Joy
Allie
Charlie Heaton
Billy Marrowbone
Mia Goth
Jane Marrowbone
Matthew Stagg
Sam Marrowbone
Nicola Harrison
Rose Marrowbone, Mother
Kyle Soller
Tom Porter
Tom Fisher
Simon Fairbairn, Father
Myra Kathryn Pearse
Molly
Paul Jesson
Doctor
Robert Strange
Monster
Laura Brook
Thelma (uncredited)
Adam Quintero
Mr. Gouldman (voice) (uncredited)
Crew
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