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Rootwood 2019

★ 3.28 votes83 min📅 2019-11-25

Rootwood (2019) plunges horror enthusiasts into a chilling forest adventure where ambition meets the supernatural.

Director: Marcel Walz

Cast

Tyler Gallant
William
Elissa Dowling
Elissa Dowling
Jessica
Sarah French
Sarah French
Erin
Felissa Rose
Felissa Rose
Laura Benott
Tiffani Fest
Tiffani Fest
Brenda
Brandon Rhea
Brandon Rhea
Dominik Braun
Kwame Head
Kwame Head
Roger Winston

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rootwood (2019) about?

Rootwood (2019) follows aspiring paranormal podcasters who get a shot at fame by investigating the curse of The Wooden Devil in a haunted forest. As they dive deeper into the legend, they realize the forest's horrors might be all too real—and their quest for glory turns into a fight for survival.

Who directed Rootwood?

Marcel Walz directed Rootwood, bringing his signature flair for atmospheric horror to this chilling mystery.

Who stars in Rootwood?

The film stars Tyler Gallant, Elissa Dowling, and Sarah French as the podcast hosts, joined by Felissa Rose, Tiffani Fest, and Brandon Rhea in key roles.

Is Rootwood (2019) worth watching?

Rootwood (2019) is a solid pick for fans of slow-burn horror and mystery thrillers. Its tight runtime and unsettling atmosphere make it a worthwhile watch, offering a fresh twist on rural horror tropes. If you enjoy indie horror with a dash of documentary-style realism, this one's for you.

How long is Rootwood?

Rootwood runs for 83 minutes.

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About Rootwood (2019) — A Dark Forest Mystery Unravels the Truth

Rootwood (2019) plunges horror enthusiasts into a chilling forest adventure where ambition meets the supernatural. Directed by Marcel Walz, this indie mystery-thriller follows two eager podcast hosts of *The Spooky Hour* who land a life-changing gig: documenting the eerie legend of The Wooden Devil for a Hollywood producer. Fueling their dreams of fame, they venture into Rootwood Forest with their friend, only to uncover a twisted history of victims and curses lurking beneath the trees. As the line between urban legend and reality blurs, the trio must confront the forest's dark secrets before it's too late.

With its claustrophobic atmosphere and slow-burn tension, Rootwood delivers a fresh take on rural horror, blending investigative curiosity with gut-wrenching dread. Walz crafts a story where curiosity turns to obsession, and the allure of viral fame becomes a trap as old as the forest itself.