The Dark and the Wicked follows the story of two siblings, Louise and Michael, who return to their family home on a secluded farm to see their father who is dying. However, when they arrive, they sense that something is not right. As their father's condition deteriorates, strange things begin to happen, and the family starts experiencing wakeful nightmares and eerie occurrences.
As days go by, their mother starts to exhibit unexplainable behavior, becoming increasingly anxious and paranoid. Moreover, Louise and Michael start witnessing menacing figures that seem to be lurking around their father's deathbed. Amidst all this, an unnerving presence is felt, and they realize that something malevolent is taking over their family.
The siblings try to make sense of the situation, but they are unable to find any logical explanation for the happenings. They begin investigating their family history and uncover a dark family secret, which makes them realize that their family farm has always been haunted by an ancient evil.
The Dark and the Wicked is a terrifying psychological horror movie that explores themes of loss, grief, and evil. It is shot beautifully and boasts excellent performances by its lead cast. The movie is directed by Bryan Bertino, who is known for his work in horror movies like The Strangers and The Monster.