For free updates and exclusive new content sign up

The Severed Sun

Written and directed by British filmmaker Dean Puckett, this atmospheric and well-crafted folk horror features a talented British ensemble cast that includes Emma Appleton, Toby Stephens, Jodhi May, James Swanton and Scotland’s Lewis Gribben. Co-produced by BBC Film, BFI, Bankside Films and Bristol-based companies iFeatures and Creative England.

Directors

Writers

Cast

Synopsis

In a remote church community, Magpie (Emma Appleton) - the daughter of the town Pastor (Toby Stephens) - unknowingly unleashes a malevolent beast when she murders her abusive husband. After the beast leaves a trail of gruesome destruction, paranoia grips the townsfolk as a ruthless witch hunt ensues.