
Annabelle: Creation is a chilling horror film that delves into the origin story of the infamous Annabelle doll. Set several years after the tragic death of their daughter, a doll maker and his wife open their home to a nun and several orphaned girls from a closed orphanage. However, their peaceful refuge quickly turns sinister as the haunted Annabelle doll begins to wreak havoc, terrorizing everyone in the household. The film features Stephanie Sigman as Sister Charlotte and Talitha Eliana Bateman as Janice, whose performances add depth to the suspenseful narrative.
Trivia/Behind-the-Scenes:
1. Unlike typical horror movies that rely heavily on CGI, 'Annabelle: Creation' notably incorporates practical effects and real puppetry for the doll, enhancing the eerie realism that unsettles audiences.
2. Director David F. Sandberg drew inspiration from classic 1970s horror films to create a suspenseful atmosphere, leading to many scenes being shot with natural and low lighting to evoke a vintage horror feel.
3. Talitha Bateman underwent extensive training to convincingly portray Janice's struggles, including interactions with the doll and physical challenges, which brought authenticity to her performance.