IMDb 5.8 2021 HD

Damien

Damien

2021
Comedy Horror
88 min NR USA
2 / 10
5.8 IMDB

Whilst making a documentary on their friend, the crew uncover a dark secret which leads to friction, betrayal and puts their lives in danger. Can you ever truly…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Bobby Marno / Lochlan Marno
Starring
Andrew McClay / Bobby Marno / Damien Seed / Paddy McGeown / Matt Åkerfeldt / Robert Brown / Craig Algie / Paul Cullen

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

intriguing tense dramatic suspenseful dark complex revealing unsettling compelling flawed engaging thought-provoking

Reviews

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Genevieve Chen
Apr 1, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

The central mystery in 'Damien' (2021) is its strongest asset, drawing the audience into the crew's predicament. The performances from the ensemble, including Andrew McClay, are generally solid, effectively conveying the characters' growing unease and suspicion. The film’s…

B
Benedict Shaw
Apr 1, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

A masterclass in building suspense, 'Damien' (2021) is a film that stays with you long after the credits roll. The director, whoever they may be, crafts an atmosphere thick with unspoken tension, perfectly complemented by the cast's raw…

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Isabelle Dubois
Apr 1, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This 2021 offering, 'Damien', presents an intriguing setup: a film crew's project devolves into personal crisis. The cast, including Paddy McGeown and Matt Åkerfeldt, are tasked with portraying a group unraveling under the weight of a dark secret.…

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Marcus Thorne
Apr 1, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Damien' (2021) is a taut thriller that cleverly uses the documentary format to amplify its suspense. The ensemble cast, featuring Bobby Marno and Damien Seed, delivers nuanced performances, effectively conveying the strain and paranoia that infect their group.…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 1, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

The premise of 'Damien' (2021) is undeniably compelling, offering a meta-narrative hook as a documentary crew unearths more than they bargained for. Andrew McClay and his colleagues navigate a descent into suspicion and peril, though the execution occasionally…

FAQs

Based on the plot synopsis, 'Damien' (2021) appears to adopt a tone that shifts from documentary filmmaking to suspense and thriller elements. The uncovering of a 'dark secret' promises an atmosphere of intrigue and mounting tension. The mention of 'friction' and 'betrayal' suggests a dramatic and potentially intense viewing experience, while the tagline hints at a touch of dark humour or observational commentary.