The djinn is a mythical creature from Arabic lore, but in recent decades
Western viewers are probably more familiar with the djinn from the many
movies that have portrayed the myth, from the
Wishmaster series to the acclaimed Iranian horror
Under the Shadow.
Co-directors David Charbonier and Justin Powell are the
latest to adopt the creature for their sophomore feature
The Djinn. Their film focusses on a mute 12-year-old boy (Ezra Dewey) who
comes across a book of spells which promises his wish of gaining the
ability to speak. But unfortunately he's also unleashed a djinn intent on
stealing his soul.
The Djinn is in US cinemas and on VOD from May 14th. A
UK/ROI release has yet to be announced.
Check out the trailer below.
The official synopsis reads:
The story follows a mute twelve-year-old, Dylan Jacobs, as he discovers a mysterious book of spells inside his new apartment. Grieving the loss of his mother, and feeling isolated from everyone except for his father, Dylan performs a ritual that promises to deliver his heart’s desire: to have a voice. But he soon discovers that every gift has a toll when a sinister djinn arrives to collect his soul. Now trapped in his new home with nowhere to hide, Dylan must find a way to survive until the stroke of midnight or pay the ultimate price.