"Bring Her Back" (2025) is a psychological horror film directed by Australian twin filmmakers Danny and Michael Philippou, known for their previous work on Talk to Me. Released in theaters on May 30, 2025, in the U.S. and May 29 in Australia, the film has garnered critical acclaim for its chilling narrative and atmospheric tension.letterboxd.com+14thedailybeast.com+14boxofficehype.com+14
๐ฌ Plot Summary
Set in rural Australia, the story follows teenage siblings Andy (Billy Barratt) and Piper (Sora Wong) who, after the mysterious death of their father, are placed in the care of Laura (Sally Hawkins), a seemingly kind foster mother. As they settle into their new home, the siblings uncover Laura's dark past involving her drowned daughter and a sinister ritual aimed at bringing her back to life. The film delves into themes of grief, loss, and the supernatural, creating a haunting exploration of a mother's desperation and the lengths she will go to reunite with her child. thedailybeast.com+10rogerebert.com+10washingtonpost.com+10
๐ฅ Cast
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Sally Hawkins as Laura, the grieving foster mother
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Billy Barratt as Andy, the protective older brother
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Sora Wong as Piper, Andy's visually impaired younger sister
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Jonah Wren Phillips as Oliver, Laura's foster son
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Sally-Anne Upton as Wendy, the social worker
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Stephen Phillips as Phil, Andy and Piper's deceased father
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Mischa Heywood as Cathy, Laura's deceased daughternews.com.au+7en.wikipedia.org+7de.wikipedia.org+7
Notably, Sora Wong, who portrays Piper, was cast despite having no prior professional acting experience. She was selected after responding to a Facebook casting call, bringing authenticity to her role due to her own visual impairment. movieinsider.com+9people.com+9decider.com+9
๐ฅ Production Details
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Directors: Danny and Michael Philippou
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Writers: Danny Philippou and Bill Hinzman
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Cinematography: Aaron McLisky
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Music: Cornel Wilczek
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Production Companies: Causeway Films, RackaRacka, Salmira Productions, South Australia Film Corporation
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Distributor: Stage 6 Films (Sony Pictures Releasing International)
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Runtime: 104 minutes
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Language: English
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Budget: $15 million
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Box Office Gross: $8.1 million movieinsider.com+14washingtonpost.com+14decider.com+14reddit.com+5boxofficehype.com+5en.wikipedia.org+5decider.com+11en.wikipedia.org+11boxofficehype.com+11es.wikipedia.org+1en.wikipedia.org+1
๐ Critical Reception
"Bring Her Back" has been praised for its atmospheric tension, strong performances, and emotional depth. Sally Hawkins' portrayal of Laura has been highlighted as a standout, delivering a haunting performance that anchors the film's exploration of grief and obsession. The film holds an 89% "fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating widespread critical acclaim. rogerebert.com+10thedailybeast.com+10cinemablend.com+10thedailybeast.com+5washingtonpost.com+5de.wikipedia.org+5news.com.au
๐บ Streaming Availability
As of now, "Bring Her Back" is not available on streaming platforms like Netflix or HBO Max. However, due to A24’s distribution deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, the film is expected to eventually stream on Max (formerly HBO Max). Based on past A24 releases, it could become available for digital purchase by late June or early July 2025 and begin streaming on Max around September or October 2025. letterboxd.com+6decider.com+6rogerebert.com+6
For a glimpse into the film's eerie atmosphere, you can watch the official trailer below:
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