While the spell initially appears successful when Kirill returns, his affection quickly spirals into a dark, violent obsession. Zhenya soon realizes that the ritual has unleashed a demonic presence that cannot be easily undone, as the bond created by the Black Wedding is designed to last even beyond death. Director: Svyatoslav Podgaevsky Key Cast: Yana Yenzhayeva as Zhenya Konstantin Beloshapka as Kirill (Kira) Ilya Yermolov as Viktor Sabina Akhmedova as Aza the Gypsy Genre: Supernatural Horror / Thriller / Romance Runtime: Approximately 94 minutes
For those interested in streaming or physical copies, Shout! Factory and Scream Factory have handled its North American release on VOD and Blu-ray. Dark Spell - Il maleficio
Opinions on the plot are mixed. While some appreciate the unique take on "wish-gone-wrong" folklore, others found it to follow predictable horror tropes. While the spell initially appears successful when Kirill
Many reviewers on Letterboxd and Moria Reviews praise the film's polished cinematography and creepy, gothic atmosphere. Factory and Scream Factory have handled its North
Several English-speaking viewers noted that the dubbed versions can be rough and may distract from the original performances.