Paranormal Dependence (2026)
Story overview
Paranormal Dependence (2026) is a drama about a man struggling with sobriety who turns to a mysterious substance that grants him the ability to communicate with the dead. Directed by Jason Clinard Roth and starring Jonas Durnell and Noah Earp, this 2-hour film explores themes of addiction, loss, and supernatural connections.
Parent Guide
A thought-provoking drama about addiction and supernatural communication. Best for mature teens due to heavy themes and emotional intensity.
Content breakdown
No physical violence shown. Some peril from the man's deteriorating health due to substance abuse and tense supernatural encounters.
Communicating with dead people and supernatural elements may be unsettling. Themes of addiction and loss are emotionally heavy. Some scenes with eerie atmospheres or ghostly appearances.
May include occasional mild profanity related to frustration or addiction struggles. No strong or frequent offensive language expected.
No sexual content or nudity. Focus is on drama and supernatural themes.
Central theme: the main character's substance abuse and addiction. Shows consumption of an unspecified substance to communicate with the dead. Portrays negative consequences of dependency.
High emotional intensity dealing with addiction, sobriety struggles, grief, loss, and supernatural communication. May evoke sadness, anxiety, or contemplation.
Parent tips
This film deals with mature themes including substance abuse, addiction, and interactions with the deceased. The supernatural elements may be unsettling for younger viewers. Parents should be prepared to discuss the consequences of substance use and the emotional weight of communicating with lost loved ones. The runtime is long at 2 hours, so consider attention spans.
Parent chat guide
Parent follow-up questions
- Did you see any ghosts in the movie?
- How did the man feel when he talked to dead people?
- Is it okay to take medicine that isn't from a doctor?
- Why do you think the man couldn't stop taking the substance?
- What would you do if you could talk to someone who died?
- How did the movie make you feel about ghosts?
- What does 'sobriety' mean and why is it hard for some people?
- Do you think communicating with the dead helped or hurt the main character?
- What are healthier ways to cope with loss than substance use?
- How does the film portray addiction as both physical and psychological?
- What ethical questions does using a substance for supernatural abilities raise?
- How might grief and substance abuse be connected in real life?
Where to watch
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