About the Film
Darken is set in a bizarre, mysterious, and violent unknown world with danger and death around every corner. After a young woman is accosted by a dying warrior in the middle of the street, a bizarre incantation propels her into the realm of Darken - a violent prison-like world of labyrinthine rooms, interconnected with no apparent rhyme or reason and no way of escape. As she fights for survival within this brutal place, she finds allies who are rebelling against the rule of a self-appointed religious despot who demands allegiance to an all-powerful god called "Mother Darken." Eve and her allies must fight with everything they have if they are to have any hope of surviving the horrors Darken has in store for them.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Darken is a mind-bending and visually spectacular science fiction and fantasy and horror movie from 2017. Directed by Audrey Cummings, and starring Bea Santos, Oluniké Adeliyi, Ari Millen Darken is set in a bizarre, mysterious, and violent unknown world with danger and death around every corner.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.6/10, Darken retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 22m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for dreamers and fans of speculative futures. If you enjoy movies that blends science fiction with fantasy elements, Darken deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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