*Beyond the Woods* is an Irish horror-thriller directed by Sean Breathnach. It’s a supernatural horror film that follows a group of friends who gather for a weekend getaway in a remote cabin in the woods. However, the relaxing weekend quickly turns into a nightmare when a mysterious sinkhole opens nearby, releasing noxious fumes and triggering disturbing supernatural events.
As the friends settle into the cabin, the strange atmosphere brought on by the sinkhole begins to affect their behavior. Paranoia, hallucinations, and eerie occurrences escalate, and it soon becomes clear that the sinkhole has unleashed something otherworldly and dangerous. The group finds themselves trapped in an increasingly tense and terrifying situation, facing forces that threaten their lives and sanity.
*Beyond the Woods* relies heavily on tension and atmosphere, using the secluded forest setting and the sinkhole as sources of growing dread. The film blends psychological horror with supernatural elements, gradually revealing the malevolent presence lurking beyond the physical world.
While the film received praise for its eerie atmosphere, practical effects, and the use of its limited budget, some critics pointed out that the pacing was slow, and the character development could have been stronger. It’s more of a slow-burn horror experience, focusing on building suspense and mystery rather than overt scares.
