The Arborist

A grieving arboricultural expert and her son take a job clearing trees on the secluded estate of an eccentric recluse. As they work through the woods, their actions disturb a dormant supernatural force, allowing a dark presence to emerge from the forest.

The horror thriller was written and directed by Andrew Mudge and produced by Nicholas Santos and Ross Saxon through Black Kettle Films. The cast features Lucy Walters as Ellie, Hudson West as Wyatt, and Will Lyman as Arthur Randolph, with additional roles played by Chloe Trejo, Tobin Cleary, and Bill Thorpe.

Released on April 25, 2025, the film has a runtime of 100 minutes. Based on a small number of votes, the movie has a poor audience reception, holding a rating of 4/10 on TMDB.