House of the Witchdoctor (2014) is a horror-thriller directed by Devon Mikolas. The film follows a group of college friends who gather for a weekend at a remote country house, unaware that they are about to experience a night of unimaginable terror.
The story revolves around Leslie Van Hooten, a college student who invites her friends to her family’s isolated mansion for a weekend getaway. The mansion, however, holds dark secrets, and what starts as a fun trip quickly takes a deadly turn. During the visit, two criminals, Cliff and Buzz, invade the house, intending to rob the group and engage in sadistic violence. But as the night progresses, the real horrors are revealed when it becomes clear that Leslieโs family has dark and twisted plans of their own.
Without giving too much away, the title hints at a more sinister aspect to the Van Hooten family, one tied to witchcraft and rituals. What the intruders initially believe to be a simple home invasion turns into a nightmarish scenario where they become the prey of something far more malevolent and terrifying.
House of the Witchdoctor blends elements of home invasion horror with supernatural undertones, combining brutality with occult themes. The film has moments of graphic violence and intense horror, making it a dark and unsettling watch.
Critics have had mixed responses to the film, with some praising its unpredictable plot twists and mix of real-world horror with supernatural themes, while others found its execution uneven.
