Twisted (2026)
Story overview
Twisted is a 2026 horror-thriller directed by Darren Lynn Bousman. The film follows two millennials who scam people by leasing New York City apartments they don't own. Their scheme goes awry when they encounter an apartment owner with a dark secret who turns the tables on them, leading to suspenseful and potentially frightening consequences.
Parent Guide
A horror-thriller about a scam that backfires, featuring suspense, psychological tension, and likely intense scenes. Recommended for mature teens due to thematic elements and potential frightening content.
Content breakdown
Expect suspenseful peril, possible physical confrontations, and psychological threats as the scam turns dangerous. Specific violence details are unknown but typical of the horror-thriller genre.
The horror genre and 'dark secret' premise suggest frightening scenes, psychological terror, and potentially disturbing imagery. May include jump scares, tense moments, and unsettling themes.
Likely includes strong language typical of horror-thrillers, such as expletives during tense scenes. Exact content unknown but expect some profanity.
Possible suggestive content or brief scenes, but not the focus. The plot centers on scams and horror rather than sexual themes.
May include social drinking or background substance use in urban settings, but not a central element.
High tension, fear, anxiety, and moral dilemmas as characters face consequences. The horror elements and psychological stakes create intense emotional moments.
Parent tips
This horror-thriller involves deception, danger, and psychological tension. Expect suspenseful scenes, potential violence, and themes of revenge. The 'dark secret' suggests disturbing elements typical of the horror genre. Consider the film's intensity and your child's sensitivity to scary content before viewing.
Parent chat guide
Parent follow-up questions
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- What was the scariest part for you?
- Why do you think the apartment owner was so angry?
- What should the main characters have done differently?
- How did the film build suspense?
- What moral lessons can we learn from the characters' actions?
- Do you think the revenge was justified? Why or why not?
- Analyze how the film uses horror elements to comment on modern scams and greed.
- Discuss the psychological aspects of the characters' motivations.
- How does the setting contribute to the film's tension and themes?
Where to watch
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