Goodnight Mommy is a chilling psychological horror film from Austria that plays with your mind more than your senses. Directed by Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala, the film follows twin brothers who begin to suspect that the woman who returned home after facial surgery isn’t really their mother.

What begins as a slow, quiet domestic story quickly descends into something far darker and disturbing. The film doesn’t rely on jump scares or gore — instead, it builds tension through silence, body language, and the eerie uncertainty of who to trust. The sterile, almost dreamlike cinematography amplifies the isolation of the countryside home, creating a mood that’s both beautiful and terrifying.

The child actors deliver unsettlingly strong performances, and the plot twists will leave you questioning everything you’ve seen. This is a film that rewards patience — and punishes the inattentive viewer with a truly shocking finale.

Goodnight Mommy is not for the faint of heart. It’s quiet horror at its finest — disturbing, thought-provoking, and unforgettable.