Bagman, a captivating horror-thriller directed by Colm McCarthy and produced by Lionsgate, premiered on September 20, 2024. The film is a collaboration by producers Iain Canning, Emile Sherman, and Fodhla Cronin O’Reilly.
This intense drama promises to be a chilling experience. Sam Claflin stars as Patrick, a father compelled to defend his family from a sinister character known for abducting children by luring them with toys and candy. The principal cast includes Antonia Thomas, Frankie Corio, William Hope, Steven Cree, Adelle Leonce, and Henry Pettigrew.
This haunting narrative begins like a childhood folktale but quickly escalates into a real-life nightmare for Patrick and his family. Bagman intricately blends psychological horror with a chilling legend, creating a suspenseful and eerie atmosphere.
What is the plot of Bagman?
For centuries, the dark legend of Bagman has instilled fear in children’s hearts. This mythical figure is said to kidnap innocent kids, placing them in a decaying, rotten bag, from which no one ever returns.
As a child, Patrick narrowly escaped being taken by the Bagman. This harrowing experience has lingered in his memory into adulthood. Now, with a family of his own, he is faced with his worst fears as the malevolent force resurfaces, targeting his wife, Karina (Antonia Thomas), and their young son, Jake (Caréll Rhoden).
Just when Patrick believes he’s ready to embrace the normalcy of his adult life, bizarre occurrences unfold. He soon realizes that the evil from his childhood is not merely a memory but a tangible threat that has come back to haunt him.
The stakes escalate as Patrick fights to protect his family. The Bagman has now set its sights on Jake, forcing Patrick into a desperate struggle for survival. Not only must he confront the creature that has haunted him for years, but he also grapples with the guilt and fear stemming from his childhood encounter.
With time slipping away, Patrick races against a twisted game set by the Bagman to save his family from an enduring nightmare. This gripping tale of survival reveals courage and the confrontation of long-buried trauma.
The Cast Details
Bagman boasts a talented ensemble cast led by Sam Claflin, who portrays Patrick McKee, a man tormented by a malevolent entity from his childhood. Known for his performances in The Hunger Games series and Me Before You, Claflin adds depth to Patrick, a character wrestling with trauma while striving to protect his family from an ancient evil.
Joining Claflin is Antonia Thomas as Karina McKee, Patrick’s unwaveringly supportive wife.
Caréll Rhoden plays Jake, the young son whose innocence makes him the perfect target for the Bagman. The film’s suspenseful narrative is further enhanced by the performances of William Hope, Steven Cree, Adelle Leonce, and Henry Pettigrew.
Bagman has been captivating audiences in theaters since September 20, 2024.
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