Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest 2020
"Fear the witch who waits in the dark."
In "Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest (2020)", filmmaker Svyatoslav Podgaevsky crafts a chilling tale of parental dread set against the eerie backdrop of a new suburban home.
Director: Svyatoslav Podgaevsky
Cast
Oleg Chugunov
Egor
Glafira Golubeva
Dasha
Artem Zhigulin
Anton
Igor Khripunov
Mrachnyy
Svetlana Ustinova
Tatyana, nanny
Aleksey Rozin
Alexey, father
Maryana Spivak
Yuliya, stepmother
Marta Timofeeva
Seta
Daniil Filippov
Evgeniya Evstigneeva
Egor's mother
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest (2020) about?
The film follows a family who moves to a secluded home, only to discover their nanny is connected to the legendary witch Baba Yaga. When their child goes missing, they uncover a horrifying truth hidden in the dark forest. Paranormal forces and psychological dread collide in this Russian horror tale.
Who directed Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest?
Svyatoslav Podgaevsky directed "Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest (2020)", bringing a fresh perspective to folklore-based horror with his atmospheric storytelling.
Who stars in Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest?
The film features Oleg Chugunov, Glafira Golubeva, Artem Zhigulin, Igor Khripunov, and Svetlana Ustinova in pivotal roles.
Is Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest (2020) worth watching?
For horror fans seeking a slow-burn, folklore-driven experience, "Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest (2020)" offers eerie atmosphere and genuine scares. While it may not break new ground, its reliance on psychological tension and cultural mythology makes it a compelling watch for genre enthusiasts.
How long is Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest?
The runtime of "Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest (2020)" is 96 minutes.
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About Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest (2020) — A Folklore Horror Masterpiece
In "Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest (2020)", filmmaker Svyatoslav Podgaevsky crafts a chilling tale of parental dread set against the eerie backdrop of a new suburban home. When a young family moves to a quiet neighborhood on the city's edge, their hired nanny quickly establishes an unsettling presence, while their young son Egor grows increasingly disturbed by her strange behavior. Though the parents dismiss his warnings, technology reveals a horrifying truth—until Egor returns one day to find his family trapped in a trance and his baby sister vanished, leaving only the shadowy presence of a mythical witch lurking in the forest. The film masterfully blends folklore with psychological horror, weaving a story of unseen terror and the fragility of trust.
Oleg Chugunov leads the cast as the desperate father, alongside Glafira Golubeva as the increasingly suspicious mother, while Artem Zhigulin's portrayal of Egor anchors the emotional core of this supernatural nightmare. With its claustrophobic atmosphere and reliance on folklore, "Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark Forest (2020)" delivers a slow-burn horror experience that lingers long after the credits roll.
