Snare of Evil

Overview

Veronika and Mirek try to revive their relationship with a horror-themed Valentine’s trip to the Slavkov Forest, known as the “Knot of Evil.” The tour group includes anxious guide Alex; Ludmila, a detective novel fan sent by her kids; Honza, an extroverted gay journalist seeking a big story; and David and Dana, a married couple who reflect what Veronika and Mirek fear becoming. The bus visits historic massacre sites that seem unimpressive at first, but after Veronika discovers a strange doll, eerie changes unfold. Tensions rise as the travelers’ darker sides emerge—fear, aggression, and suspicion lead to growing hostility. A haunting cry echoes through the woods, suggesting the presence of a mythical being tied to the Slavic legend of the Navka, a spirit from the realm of the dead.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

October 2, 2025

Original language

Czech

Spoken languages

Czech

Cast

Sabina Rojková,Ivan Lupták,Janek Gregor,Nelly Řehořová,Valérie Zawadská,Ivana Uhlířová,Petr Uhlík,Jan Jankovský,Miroslav Kumhala,Jakub Volákand 2 more

Director

Jan Haluza

Writer

Jan Haluza

Cinematography

Viktor Smutný

Music

Ondřej Brousek

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt33513777