Suspiria

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Suspiria

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2018

2h 32m

Horror

Mystery & Thriller

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Young American dancer Susie Bannion arrives in the 1970s Berlin to audition for the world-renowned Helena Markos Dance Co. When she vaults to the role of lead dancer, the woman she replaces breaks down and accuses the company's female directors of witchcraft. Meanwhile, an inquisitive psychotherapist and a member of the troupe uncover dark and sinister secrets as they probe the depths of the studio's hidden underground chambers.

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Critics Consensus

Suspiria attacks heady themes with garish vigor, offering a viewing experience that's daringly confrontational - and definitely not for everyone.

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Ryan Gilbey

New Statesman

01/26/2019

Guadagnino claims that his Suspiria is not a remake at all but a cover version. If that's the case, it can only be the equivalent of turning a three-minute glam stomp into a bloated rock opera.

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Meagan Navarro

Bloody Disgusting

12/05/2018

3/5

'Suspiria' is Its Own Beast, Casting a Hypnotic Spell That's Sure to Divide Audiences

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Charlotte O'Sullivan

London Evening Standard

11/19/2018

2/5

Kajganich is a purveyor of pretentious piffle.

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Bryce Hanson

Horror Movie Talk

Aug 6

8/10

The acting is superb, and fills in the gaps of the script, that really doesn’t do you a lot of favors in spelling out what is going on. It is a very effective film and should stick with you and give you plenty to talk about with your friends.

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Brian Bisesi

Horror Movie Club Podcast

04/23/2025

2/5

Suspiria’s unifying theme is robbed of its potency by an inscrutable plot, opaque characters, and an excess of cinematic flourishes.

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Calum Cooper

Source (Scotland)

07/14/2024

3/5

Suspiria is weird, disturbing, and definitely not for everyone… but I kinda dug it.

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Jacqueline F

@RT87327599 5d

When watching suspiria I really didn't know what to expect. However, little did I know I'd like the movie more than I expected. I really enjoyed the way the movie did an excellent job at foreshadowing what the movie is mostly about. I think it really caught my eye because as the story keeps going, we tend to see new things come up and it makes the audience wonder what could happen next. In a sense, having us at the edge of our seat and not knowing what the ending could be.

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Daniel J

@DJ196 Feb 26

It’s times like this that make me realise that a lot of critics have absolutely no clue what they’re talking about. This film is outstanding and is an absolute must-see, even if you’re not a fan of horror. Tilda Swinton yet again proves that she is the stuff of legend.

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Justin N

@justinnave Dec 18

Suspiria is a visually stunning horror masterpiece that combines vivid color, haunting music, and surreal imagery to create an unforgettable experience. Dario Argento’s direction turns every frame into a work of art, using bold lighting and camera angles to amplify tension and unease. The story of a ballet student uncovering a coven of witches is simple, but the film’s power comes from its atmosphere, the dreamlike choreography of horror, and its ability to unsettle the viewer at every turn. It’s a perfect example of how style, sound, and mood can make a horror film unforgettable, even if the plot itself is straightforward.

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kaneki h

@osaragi Dec 16

Very creepy and bright. Not a type of horror film many would enjoy,

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Harry M

@mmhharry Dec 14

Suspiria is a very stylish horror film with bright colors and creepy music. The story is simple, but the atmosphere makes it scary and unforgettable.

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krixable T

@Krixable Dec 11

Bit of a shame Good moments besides others lacking, great atmosphere besides those that almost felt like student experiments, and not in a particular good sense, good main actors besides heavy cringe with many others. So much missed potential...

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Synopsis

Young American dancer Susie Bannion arrives in the 1970s Berlin to audition for the world-renowned Helena Markos Dance Co. When she vaults to the role of lead dancer, the woman she replaces breaks down and accuses the company's female directors of witchcraft. Meanwhile, an inquisitive psychotherapist and a member of the troupe uncover dark and sinister secrets as they probe the depths of the studio's hidden underground chambers.

Director: Luca Guadagnino
Producer: Luca Guadagnino, David Kajganich, Francesco Melzi d'Eril, Marco Morabito, Gabriele Moratti, William Sherak, Bradley J. Fischer, Silvia Venturini Fendi
Screenwriter: David Kajganich
Distributor: Amazon Studios
Production Co: Videa, FilmNation Entertainment, First Sun, Mythology Entertainment, MeMo Films, Amazon Studios, Frenesy Film Company, K Period Media
Rating: R (Disturbing Content|Bloody Images|Some Language|Graphic Nudity|Ritualistic Violence|Sexual References)
Genre: Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 26, 2018, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 15, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA): $2.5M
Runtime: 2h 32m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)