The Possession
A young girl buys an antique box at a yard sale, unaware that inside the collectible lives a malicious ancient spirit. The girl's father teams with his ex-wife to find a way to end the curse upon their child.
Release Year
2012
Runtime
92 min
Audience Score
6.0
Genres
Horror, Thriller
Story Snapshot
A young girl buys an antique box at a yard sale, unaware that inside the collectible lives a malicious ancient spirit. The girl's father teams with his ex-wife to find a way to end the curse upon their child.
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The Possession is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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