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The Baby in the Basket 2025

The Baby in the Basket is a 2025 British gothic horror film set during World War II. Directed by Nathan Shepka and Andy Crane, with a screenplay by Tom Jolliffe, the film draws inspiration from classic horror tales like Rosemary’s Baby and The Omen .🎭 Plot Overview In 1944, the secluded St. Augustine’s Monastery on a remote Scottish island prepares for an impending storm. One stormy night, a mysterious cloaked figure leaves a wicker basket containing an infant boy at the convent's doorstep. The nuns, led by the compassionate Mother Superior (Maryam d'Abo), decide to care for the child until the storm subsides. However, soon after the baby's arrival, peculiar occurrences begin to unsettle the convent's tranquility. Sister Agnes (Amber Doig-Thorne) becomes convinced that the child is not an innocent infant but the spawn of Satan himself .🌍 Release Information The Baby in the Basket premiered in the Philippines on February 5, 2025, and was released in the United Kingdom and United States on DVD and Digital on February 17, 2025 . It is currently available for streaming on Tubi TV and Amazon Prime Video in the U.S., and on Prime Video, Apple TV, and Sky Store in the UK .🧠 Critics The film has garnered mixed reviews. Leslie Felperin of The Guardian described it as "low-budget nun fun," highlighting its retro vibe reminiscent of 1970s horror and 1930s "quota quickies." She noted that while the film indulges in extreme horror and ends with a "silly yet amusing evil puppet demon baby," its commitment to its premise offers a form of low-budget enjoyment.🧾 Conclusion The Baby in the Basket is a modern British gothic horror film that blends classic supernatural themes with a retro, low-budget charm. Set in a remote convent during World War II, it explores the unsettling arrival of a mysterious infant who may be the spawn of evil. While its story is familiar to fans of demonic horror, the film’s nostalgic style, eerie atmosphere, and committed performances make it an intriguing watch for lovers of niche, cult-style horror. Despite mixed reviews, it delivers a unique, chilling experience that pays homage to classic horror tropes with a fresh, dark twist. Read More

• 2025
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