Flesh to touch...Flesh to burn! Don't keep the Wicker Man waiting!
The Premise
Police sergeant Neil Howie is called to an island village in search of a missing girl whom the locals claim never existed. The investigation is further complicated as Howie’s religious views clash with those of the island’s residents.
Why It Terrifies Us
Categorized under Folk Horror, The Wicker Man taps into fundamental fears. The 7.5/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of virgin, island, based on novel or book continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.
Into The Vault
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