Lyle
dir. Stewart Thorndike · 2014
Leah's world collapses after the tragic death of her toddler, spiraling her into a suffocating paranoia that her neighbors are part of a sinister cult. Watching her descent into madness is a chilling experience, as the film meticulously crafts an atmosphere of dread that lingers long after the credits roll.
Leah's grief over her toddler's death turns into paranoia when she begins to suspect her neighbours are part of a satanic cult.
Talking points
- the impact of grief on mental health
- the portrayal of motherhood in horror
- societal perceptions of cults
- the intersection of paranoia and reality
