2022 - Smile

: A malevolent entity takes the form of people Rose knows, wearing a fixed, unnatural, and predatory grin.

The Smile is a 2022 American supernatural horror film directed by Parker Finn in his feature directorial debut. The film stars Naomi Watts, Billy Lourd and Jacki Weaver.

Beyond the jump scares, Smile (2022) is widely recognized as a metaphor for and the cyclical nature of inherited trauma. smile 2022

: A jarring, discordant score that keeps the audience in a state of constant unease.

: The curse is passed through trauma; the "carrier" must commit a gruesome act of suicide in front of a witness to pass the entity along. : A malevolent entity takes the form of

: Much of the film’s tension comes from Rose’s attempts to seek help, only to be met with skepticism from her fiancé and sister, who believe she is having a mental breakdown.

The film’s success was driven by its effective use of psychological horror and visceral practical effects. According to the "Science of Scare Project," Smile and its 2024 sequel consistently rank among the top 10 scariest films based on audience heart rate data. Beyond the jump scares, Smile (2022) is widely

“Smile 2022” — two words that hold a year of growth, tears turned into laughter, and memories I’ll never trade. Keep smiling, it looks good on you. 😁 #Smile2022 #Grateful