The film has received mixed reviews, often praised for its atmosphere but criticized for its pacing.
The New Daughter (2009) is a supernatural horror film that features Kevin Costner in a rare genre outing, blending traditional haunted house tropes with "folk horror" and Lovecraftian themes. Directed by Luiso Berdejo—the writer behind the acclaimed Spanish horror hit [Rec] —the film follows a recently divorced novelist who discovers a dark, ancient presence on his new property. The New Daughter
: Many viewers on platforms like Reddit find it a "hidden gem" with a surprisingly dark and impactful ending. The film has received mixed reviews, often praised
: Despite a limited theatrical run, it has found a second life on streaming services like Plex TV and Tubi . Production Details : Many viewers on platforms like Reddit find
: Based on a short story of the same name by John Connolly from his collection Nocturnes .
After a difficult divorce, writer John James (Kevin Costner) moves to an isolated farmhouse in rural South Carolina with his teenage daughter, Louisa (Ivana Baquero), and young son, Sam (Gattlin Griffith). The family’s attempt at a fresh start is quickly derailed when Louisa begins exploring a large, mysterious burial mound in their backyard.