Emily Hampshire Faces Motherhood’s Darkest Demons in ‘Mom’

Uncork’d Entertainment is set to release Mom, an unsettling psychological horror film exploring the dark complexities of motherhood, in select US theatres from February 7, followed by a digital and VOD release on February 11. UK and Irish audiences will get their chance to experience the chilling film when it arrives on digital platforms on February 17, courtesy of Blue Finch Film Releasing.

Directed by Adam O’Brien and featuring a standout performance by Emily Hampshire (Schitt’s Creek, The Rig), Mom delves into themes of isolation, trauma, and the haunting pressures of parental expectations. The film, which premiered to critical acclaim at Glasgow FrightFest in 2024, offers an unflinching look at the darker side of motherhood, with Hampshire’s gripping portrayal anchoring the story.

It’s the feature directorial debut for O’Brien, having previously worked on a series of horror shorts and segments in anthologies.

In Mom, Hampshire plays a struggling mother who finds herself abandoned by her family and partner following a horrific incident. Left to navigate her pain alone, she becomes consumed by an enigmatic, sinister entity that forces her to relive her most harrowing moments. As her reality spirals into a waking nightmare, the film examines the psychological toll of isolation and the unspoken challenges faced by many women in their roles as caregivers.

The UK and Ireland and US posters for Mom both give an excellent sense of what you can expect with this tense thriller.

Alongside Hampshire, the cast includes François Arnaud (The Borgias, Marlowe) and Christian Convery (Cocaine Bear), whose performances help bring depth and tension to this haunting family-centred story. Written by Philip Kalin-Hajdu, Mom is produced by Delirium Pictures and Kinetic Film Group, with an atmosphere that balances eerie suspense and emotional weight.

The film has already attracted attention for its intelligent and original approach to family-based horror, with critics praising its ability to intertwine supernatural scares with a poignant exploration of maternal struggles. Emily Hampshire’s central performance has been particularly celebrated, further cementing her reputation as a versatile talent capable of commanding both comedic and dramatic roles.

Mom‘s haunting visuals and thought-provoking themes position it as a standout entry in the horror genre for early 2025.

Mom trailer