Movies by Natalie Erika James

Natalie Erika James is a rising star in the world of independent horror and psychological thrillers. Born in the US but raised in Melbourne, Australia, James brings a unique transnational perspective to her filmmaking that infuses her work with a haunting, atmospheric quality. From her early short films like the eerie folklore-inspired Burrow to her critically acclaimed feature debut Relic, James has established herself as a master of unsettling, character-driven genre pieces. In Relic, she crafted a poignant metaphor about the ravages of dementia, blending family drama with elements of the supernatural to create a profoundly disturbing exploration of grief and mortality. This ability to wield horror as a vessel for deeper emotional truths has become a hallmark of James' style. More recently, James has tackled bold new challenges, like the Rosemary's Baby-esque Apartment 7A, which sees her delving into classic genre tropes with a refreshingly feminist twist. With a filmography that ranges from the dreamlike minimalism of Drum Wave to the pulsating techno-horror of Saccharine, James continues to prove herself a singular voice in contemporary cinema – one unafraid to unsettle and provoke her audience in service of her bold, visionary storytelling.