I Trapped the Devil 2019
In Josh Lobo's tightly wound psychological horror *I Trapped the Devil (2019)*, a man's holiday peace shatters when he becomes convinced he has caged the devil in his basement.
Director: Josh Lobo
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I Trapped the Devil (2019) about?
A man's desperate attempt to contain what he believes is the devil in his basement spirals into psychological horror when his family unexpectedly arrives for Christmas. As holiday warmth clashes with festering dread, the line between truth and delusion blurs dangerously.
Who directed I Trapped the Devil?
Josh Lobo directed this intense psychological horror, crafting a chilling atmosphere through tight framing and mounting tension.
Who stars in I Trapped the Devil?
The film features standout performances from Scott Poythress, AJ Bowen, Jocelin Donahue, Chris Sullivan, and Rowan Russell as the unraveling protagonist and his tormented family.
Is I Trapped the Devil (2019) worth watching?
Despite its short runtime, *I Trapped the Devil* delivers a tense, atmospheric experience that horror fans will appreciate. Its blend of mystery and psychological terror rewards viewers seeking something unsettling this holiday season.
How long is I Trapped the Devil?
The film runs 84 minutes, packing its slow-burn dread into a brisk, intense runtime.
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About I Trapped the Devil (2019) — A Psychological Horror Set During the Holidays
In Josh Lobo's tightly wound psychological horror *I Trapped the Devil (2019)*, a man's holiday peace shatters when he becomes convinced he has caged the devil in his basement. As paranoia seeps into every corner of his life, the arrival of his family for Christmas forces him to confront terrifying possibilities about what—if anything—he's really trapped down there. Shot in a claustrophobic single-location style, the film wrings dread from small spaces and even smaller confessions, turning a festive setting into a pressure cooker of dread.
With a cast that dives deep into the spiral of obsession, *I Trapped the Devil* casts long shadows over holiday traditions, asking how far fear will push someone to reshape reality. The performances—especially from Scott Poythress and AJ Bowen—anchor the film's uneasy balance between supernatural dread and domestic unease. A compact 84-minute descent into madness, it's a slow-burn mystery where the scariest monster might be the one you can't see in the dark.