Presence
"In this house there is a presence."
Chloe and her partner Rebekah move with their children into a quiet suburban house that feels ordinary at first. After they settle in, strange noises and unsettling incidents begin to disrupt daily life. The family tries to justify the events, telling themselves the house simply needs time, yet... Read more
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About Presence
Chloe and her partner Rebekah move with their children into a quiet suburban house that feels ordinary at first. After they settle in, strange noises and unsettling incidents begin to disrupt daily life. The family tries to justify the events, telling themselves the house simply needs time, yet the occurrences grow more personal and menacing. A sense of being watched settles into the rooms, and the boundaries between rooms and memories blur. As fear tightens its grip, the family confronts a presence that feeds on doubt and secrets, turning home into a place of mounting tension. Late at night a whispered voice echoes through walls. The suspense emerges from quiet conversations and the tension of a family trying to sleep.
Directed by Steven Soderbergh, Presence comes from an original screenplay by David Koepp. Soderbergh's precise storytelling blends with Koepp's suspense instincts, creating a taut atmosphere. The film leans on controlled long takes, practical effects, and crisp dialogue to heighten unease.
Box office details for Presence have not been publicly released, leaving its commercial performance unclear. If there was a limited theatrical run, it likely relied on word of mouth and streaming momentum. The film has attracted limited but engaged attention.
As of now there are no major awards listed for Presence. The lack of nominations does not reflect poorly on the craft, and the film has drawn a modest audience response. Its 6.1 rating from 648 votes hints at polished performances and a tense atmosphere. Many viewers noted the menace.
Reception centers on its restrained approach to scares and a focus on family dynamics under pressure. The score heightens dread while the cast delivers restrained, effective performances that keep the story intimate. The film uses suburbia to explore trust and how a home reveals itself under strain. For now perhaps.
What Viewers Are Saying
Viewers appreciate "Presence" for its unique filming style and innovative perspective, particularly the choice to tell the story through the eyes of a supernatural entity, which some find immersive and captivating. The cast, notably Callina Liang and Chris Sullivan, receives praise for strong performances. However, many note that the story itself is fairly straightforward and leans toward teen drama, lacking originality and suspense expected from a horror film. Audiences also mention that despite creative cinematography and sound design, the movie may feel slow-paced and underwhelming in terms of scares and narrative depth.
Details
- Release Date
- January 17, 2025
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Rating
- R
- User Ratings
- 656 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller, Drama
- Country
- United States
- Studio
- Extension 765 +1 more
- Budget
- $2,000,000
- Box Office
- $11,069,405
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Callina Liang
Chloe
Lucy Liu
Rebekah
Chris Sullivan
Chris
Eddy Maday
Tyler
West Mulholland
Ryan
Julia Fox
Cece
Lucas Papaelias
Carl
Natalie Woolams-Torres
Lisa
Benny Elledge
Contractor
Daniel Danielson
Painter
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Written by: David Koepp