A devout sergeant's investigation into a missing girl unravels into a chilling, atmospheric clash of beliefs.
Suspenseful and bleak. A full-attention watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it is devastating.
Streaming on Prime Video, Kanopy (free), Plex (free) and Tubi (free).
Nothing past what an R promises: a few tense moments and no jump scares.
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Police sergeant Neil Howie is called to an island village in search of a missing girl whom the locals claim never existed. The investigation is further complicated as Howie’s religious views clash with those of the island’s residents.
No. Brace yourself.
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