Sinister
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True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.
Sinister is a 2012 horror-thriller starring Ethan Hawke as a desperate true-crime writer who uncovers a supernatural mystery while investigating a family's deaths. After moving into the victims' home to research a disturbing snuff film, Oswalt discovers that the house harbors a malevolent force. The film blends mystery and supernatural horror as the writer's obsession with solving the case puts his own family in danger.
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Ethan HawkeEllison Oswalt
Juliet RylanceTracy Oswalt
Vincent D'OnofrioProfessor Jonas
James RansoneDeputy
Fred ThompsonSheriff
Clare FoleyAshley Oswalt
Michael Hall D'AddarioTrevor Oswalt
Victoria LeighStephanie Stevenson
Blake MizrahiChristopher Miller
Cameron OcasioBBQ Son / Killer
Danielle KotchLawn Girl
Ethan HaberfieldPool Party Boy
Nicholas KingBughuul / Mr. Boogie
Tavis SmileyAnchor
Rachel KonstantinMrs. Stevenson (uncredited)
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When was Sinister released?
Sinister was released on October 4, 2012.
Where can I watch Sinister?
The film is widely available on major streaming platforms, rental services, and digital storefronts. Check your preferred service for current availability.
What is Sinister about?
The film follows Ellison Oswalt, a true-crime writer seeking his next bestseller, who moves his family into a house where a family was murdered and discovers evidence of a supernatural force connected to the crimes.
Who stars in Sinister?
Ethan Hawke plays the lead role of Ellison Oswalt in this horror-thriller.
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