Director: Ben Bigelow
Writers: Ben Bigelow, William Bigelow
Starring: Hannah Cabell, Andrew Hovelson, Duke Huston, Lucas Near-Verbrugghe, Lea Zawada
Genre: Horror
Runtime: 1h 42m
Release Date: July 9, 2024 (United States)
Language: English
Country: United States
Production Company: Unnecessary Mountain Productions
Filming Locations: Darby, Montana, USA
Storyline
“Thine Ears Shall Bleed,” which takes place in the American West in the 1860s, tracks Reverend Ezekiel Thatcher (Andrew Hovelson) and his family as they journey in a covered wagon. They come upon a strange and unsettling sound coming from the nearby woods during their journey. The family starts to worship the sound, mistaking it for the presence of God. But when they realize the sound is actually sinister, their reverence quickly gives way to fear.
Characters
Hannah Cabell as Sarah Thatcher
Andrew Hovelson as Rev. Ezekiel Thatcher
Duke Huston as Luke Thatcher
Lucas Near-Verbrugghe as Woodrow Booker
Lea Zawada as Abigail Thatcher
Reviews
The consensus among critics is that “Thine Ears Shall Bleed” is lauded for its eerie ambiance and historically accurate portrayal of 19th-century America. Critics find the film’s slow-burning horror to be effective in increasing tension, but the pacing is a little slow in their opinion. Highlights include the performances, especially those of Hannah Cabell and Andrew Hovelson. All in all, the film deserves praise for its unique storyline and unsettling content.
Rotten Tomatoes: 74%
Metacritic: 66/100
Box Office Collection
Opening Weekend: $8.5 million
Domestic Gross: $28 million
International Gross: $15 million
Total Gross: $43 million
“Thine Ears Shall Bleed” combines historical settings with psychological horror, making for a distinctive and memorable experience in the genre.
