The Maid (MOVIE)
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| Directed by | Benjamin Cortes |
| Screenplay by | Francisco Bale |
| Produced by | Adrián Myrddin |
| Distributed by | Gwylan Films |
Release date | March 12, 2023 |
Running time | 1h 49min |
| Country |  Bentho |
| Language | Benthenses |
The Maid is a 2023 Benthenses horror directed and filmed by Benjamin Cortes and Francisco Bale. It was rated the scariest movie in the Benthenses Media Awards
Plot
In the heart of the vibrant and seemingly tranquil city of La Sena, unfolds a tale of terror that will forever haunt its residents. "The Maid' thrusts this unsuspecting urban center into a nightmare of manipulation and malevolence, as the enigmatic figure known only as "The Maid" weaves a web of horror that grips the very soul of the city.
In the heart of the city of La Sena, a seemingly quaint and serene place, a chilling nightmare is about to unfold. Elinor "Elin" Huws, an aspiring artist, struggles to balance her work with household chores. Feeling overwhelmed, she stumbles upon an advertisement for a maid service promising efficiency and excellence. Intrigued, Elin contacts the maid, unknowingly setting off a terrifying chain of events. As the maid enters Elin's life, the atmosphere in her home becomes increasingly eerie. The maid's presence is marked by unsettling whispers in the dark and inexplicable occurrences. Unbeknownst to Elin, the maid harbors a malevolent secret—she is no ordinary housekeeper, but a sinister entity preying on those who seek her assistance, Soon, tragedy strikes as Elin's friends and acquaintances, including Llyr Williams, her tech-savvy best friend, and Megan Evans, a persistent journalist, fall victim to inexplicable accidents. Detective Rhys Morgan is assigned to the case, and as the death toll rises, he's determined to uncover the truth behind these seemingly unrelated incidents.
As The Maid is employed by various households, her sinister intentions become apparent. Behind her seemingly benign façade lies a chilling scheme that involves infiltrating the lives of her employers, sowing discord, and leaving a trail of death in her wake. Unbeknownst to her victims, she utilizes a cursed mirror to create sinister clones of those who hire her, twisting their identities and coercing them into spreading her reign of terror.
The citizens of La Sena find themselves caught in a maelstrom of fear and paranoia as the mysterious deaths multiply. A group of survivors, united by the trauma of encountering The Maid, embarks on a treacherous journey to uncover her dark origins and put an end to her malevolent reign. As they delve deeper into the city's history, they discover a centuries-old curse that traces back to The Maid's bloodline, and a cursed mirror that holds the key to her power.
Soon, tragedy strikes as Elin's friends and acquaintances, including Llyr Williams, her tech-savvy best friend, and Megan Evans, a persistent journalist, fall victim to inexplicable accidents. Detective Rhys Morgan is assigned to the case, and as the death toll rises, he's determined to uncover the truth behind these seemingly unrelated incidents.
As the tension escalates, Elin and her remaining friends—Llyr, Megan, and Isolde—band together to unravel the enigma behind the maid's sinister motives. The more they uncover, the darker the truth becomes. The maid's true nature is revealed—she is a malevolent entity that gains power by replacing her victims with clones. These clones, driven by the original victims' memories and desires, recommend her services to others, ensuring her deadly cycle of horror continues.
The climax of the horror unfolds as the survivors confront The Maid and her clones in a climactic showdown within the heart of La Sena. Armed with the knowledge of the curse's origin and their own determination, they battle not only the supernatural forces at play but also the very essence of their own humanity. As fear and paranoia grip the city, one man stands determined to unravel the malevolent scheme. Lorenzo Valero, a shrewd investigator with a relentless commitment to justice, becomes convinced that the string of seemingly unrelated deaths are, in fact, the work of a single sinister hand. Delving into the dark history of La Sena, Lorenzo races against time to decipher the chilling pattern behind the murders and expose the horrifying truth that binds them.
Determined to stop the maid's reign of terror, Elin and her allies embark on a perilous journey into the supernatural. They uncover ancient rituals and dark secrets tied to La Sena's history. The city's past, entwined with mysticism, holds the key to defeating the malevolent force. As the group faces increasingly sinister encounters, they must confront their fears and rely on each other's strengths. With Detective Morgan's expertise, Isolde's psychological insights, Llyr's technological prowess, and Megan's investigative skills, they devise a plan to confront the maid and break her cycle of terror.
In a pulse-pounding climax, the group confronts the maid within the very heart of the city. A harrowing battle ensues, blending the boundaries between the natural and supernatural. The group's resilience and determination are put to the ultimate test as they strive to save not only their lives but the city itself from the maid's malevolence.
Cast
- Elinor "Elin" Huws (played by Sofia Martínez)
- Llyr Williams (played by Dylan Owen)
- Megan Evans (played by Isabella Jones)
- Lorenzo Valero (played by Luciano Beltrão)
- Isolde Davis (played by Seren García)
- The Maid (played by Silvana Ramires)
- Alaric "Al" Bowen (played by Iago Lewis)
- Gwendolyn "Gwen" Howell (played by Carys Fernández)
- Cerys Griffiths (played by Eira Pérez)
- Aeron "Ron" Davies (played by Emilio Roberts)
- Branwen "Bran" Lewis (played by [[Angharad Martínez)
- Sioned Thomas (played by Nia Rodríguez)
- Owain "Ow" Roberts (played by Tomás Hughes)
- Drystan "Dryw" Morris (played by Rhys Hernández)
- Nia Richards (played by Cariña González)