Dark Encounter

A year after an eight-year-old girl vanished under mysterious circumstances, her grieving family returns to their small town following a memorial service. That evening, strange lights appear in a nearby forest, exposing the family to an inexplicable phenomenon. These otherworldly visitors appear to terrorize the group, eventually leading them to uncover the truth regarding the child's disappearance.

Directed and written by Carl Strathie, this United Kingdom production blends horror, science fiction, and thriller elements. The cast features Laura Fraser as Olivia Anderson, Mel Raido as Ray Anderson, and Sid Phoenix as Billy Anderson, alongside Grant Masters, Spike White, and Alice Lowe. The film was produced by Alan Latham, Charlette Kilby, and Carl Strathie through Goldfinch, Strathie Film, and Solis Film.

Released on August 23, 2019, the film has a runtime of 97 minutes. Audience reception is mixed, with a rating of 5.3/10 on IMDb based on 5,000 votes and a 5.4/10 on TMDB from 129 votes. Film critics provided a slightly more positive assessment, giving the movie a rating of 6/10 based on 6 reviews.