Opinions on the plot are mixed. While some appreciate the unique take on "wish-gone-wrong" folklore, others found it to follow predictable horror tropes.
While the spell initially appears successful when Kirill returns, his affection quickly spirals into a dark, violent obsession. Zhenya soon realizes that the ritual has unleashed a demonic presence that cannot be easily undone, as the bond created by the Black Wedding is designed to last even beyond death. Director: Svyatoslav Podgaevsky Key Cast: Yana Yenzhayeva as Zhenya Konstantin Beloshapka as Kirill (Kira) Ilya Yermolov as Viktor Sabina Akhmedova as Aza the Gypsy Genre: Supernatural Horror / Thriller / Romance Runtime: Approximately 94 minutes Dark Spell - Il maleficio
For those interested in streaming or physical copies, Shout! Factory and Scream Factory have handled its North American release on VOD and Blu-ray. Opinions on the plot are mixed
Many reviewers on Letterboxd and Moria Reviews praise the film's polished cinematography and creepy, gothic atmosphere. Zhenya soon realizes that the ritual has unleashed