The Descent
Synopsis
After a personal tragedy, Sarah joins her friends on a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains. But when a rockfall traps them deep underground, their adventure turns into a nightmare. As they search for a way out, the group discovers they are not alone—lurking in the darkness are savage, cave-dwelling creatures. With rising tension and dwindling trust, the women must fight to survive against both the predators and each other.
The Descent (2005) is a 1h 40min horror feature film by Neil Marshall. After a personal tragedy, Sarah joins her friends on a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains. Selected for Overlook Film Festival (2025).
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Festival History
- Gérardmer International Fantastic Film Festival 2026 - Rétromania
- The Rio Grind Film Festival 2026
- FRIGHTFEST 2025 - Main Screen
- Overlook Film Festival 2025 - Features
- Ramaskrik Film Festival 2025 - Features
- SLASH Fantastic Film Festival 2025 - nonstop subscription
- TOHorror Fantastic Film Fest 2025
- PIFFF (Paris International Fantastic Film Festival) 2024 - Cult Classics
- STOCKHOLM INTERNATIONAL FANTASTIC FILM FESTIVAL - MONSTERS OF FILM 2026 2019
- Melbourne International Film Festival 2006 generic
- Philadelphia Film Festival 2006 generic
- Sundance Film Festival 2006 generic
- Venice Film Festival 2005 generic
