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It Follows 2015

“It doesn't think. It doesn't feel. It doesn't give up.”

★ 6.6/10 · 7,001 votes R HorrorMystery Released
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What is It Follows?

It Follows is an American supernatural psychological horror film released in 2015. Written and directed by David Robert Mitchell, the film explores the story of a young woman who finds herself pursued by a persistent, unknown supernatural entity.

Type
Film
Year
2015
Status
Released
Runtime
101 minutes
Release date
Feb 4, 2015
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Two Flints, Northern Lights Films, Animal Kingdom
Budget
$2,300,000
Revenue
$23,374,076
Genres
Horror, Mystery
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It Follows is an American supernatural psychological horror film released in 2015. Written and directed by David Robert Mitchell, the film explores the story of a young woman who finds herself pursued by a persistent, unknown supernatural entity. The plot centers on a nineteen-year-old woman who becomes the target of this force following a sexual encounter. The entity is described as something that does not think, feel, or give up in its pursuit of the protagonist. Maika Monroe stars in the lead role, supported by a cast that includes Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi, and Lili Sepe. The film, which is also categorized under the mystery genre, has a runtime of one hour and forty-one minutes. It received a theatrical release in the United States on March 27, 2015. The production was written and produced by David Robert Mitchell, focusing on the premise of a supernatural threat that is transmitted through sexual contact and continues to follow its victim until they pass the burden to another person.

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“A young woman is pursued by an unknown supernatural force following a sexual encounter.”

Reasons to watch
  • unique premise
  • suspenseful pacing
Keep in mind
  • slow narrative development

Watch it if you enjoy supernatural thrillers that rely on building dread.

The film contains mature themes and supernatural violence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the premise?

A young woman is stalked by a supernatural entity after a sexual encounter.

Is this a supernatural film?

Yes, the film features an unknown supernatural force.

Does the film feature a supernatural threat?

Yes, the protagonist is followed by an unknown supernatural entity.

Is the film a thriller?

The film centers on a woman pursued by a supernatural force.

What is the tone?

The film focuses on the persistent pursuit of the protagonist by an unknown force.