Medusa

Medusa follows Carly Beacon, a young woman who survives a venomous bite that begins altering how she senses the world and how she looks. Over days, her perceptions sharpen in strange ways and her reflection grows unfamiliar. Confused and scared, she clings to the remnants of her old life while new cravings and powers push her toward a dangerous edge. The transformation is intimate and brutal, turning the ordinary into something ferocious. Those around her struggle to read the changes, and Carly must decide how much of herself she is willing to lose. The bite acts as a catalyst that unsettles relationships and nudges the story toward a mythic, unsettling horizon. Her transformation tests loyalty and trust among friends.

Directed by Scott Chambers and Matthew B.C., Medusa is an indie horror drama born from the creators' unflinching vision. Megan Purvis stars as Carly, supported by a tight ensemble in a claustrophobic, mythic atmosphere that intensifies every moment.

Critics respond to Medusa with caution and curiosity, noting its mood and provocative take on identity. The film probes how outer changes mirror inner turmoil, using body horror to explore power, autonomy, and the price of becoming something other. Its handling of female fear and agency is quietly subversive, inviting discussion about control and autonomy in both intimate and public spheres.

The cast centers on Megan Purvis as Carly Beacon with Sarah T Cohen, Nicola Wright, Ricardo Freitas, and Jamila Wingett in supporting roles. The film rests on a lean crew that keeps the tension intimate and the atmosphere claustrophobic.

Visually the movie leans into shadowy textures and sudden shifts in perception, pairing practical effects with restrained score to heighten unease. Though small in scope, Medusa aims for a mythic resonance that lingers after the credits. The sound design sharpens these sensations, turning quiet moments into threats.