Dies irae

As much about life’s most horrific incident bringing people together as it is about the same people trying to deal with grief. In Rahul Sadavisan’s singularly twisted manner, he conjures up a movie about trauma bonding, in a way only he can.

Diés Iraé is a horror movie that is more hit than miss in this story about a man who's being haunted by a mysterious ghost. This suspenseful film has excellent sound design, good acting, and a few plot twists that overcome the occasional dull pacing.

Instead of shocking viewers, Rahul has made the movie slither under their skin step by step, each move sending a shiver down their spine. Rather than petrifying, he has focused on making the audience writhe, ensuring that the sensation lingers.

It is haunting, thoughtful, and technically accomplished. Yet it is also slow and occasionally distant. The film’s commitment to quiet tension may frustrate those looking for a faster or clearer payoff.