His House

In the heart of a dilapidated neighborhood in South London, “His House” follows the harrowing journey of Bol and Rial, a young couple who have fled war-torn South Sudan seeking asylum in a new world. Haunted by the horrors of their past and the loss of family and home, they are welcomed by a crumbling house that stands as a symbol of both hope and despair. As they navigate the labyrinth of bureaucratic barriers and cultural clashes, they are determined to rebuild their lives and protect each other from the shadows of their former reality.

Initially, the couple struggles against the harsh realities of their new life, facing prejudice and isolation from their neighbors, who view them as outsiders. Right from the start, the house itself seems to have a life of its own, whispering secrets and revealing unsettling mysteries hidden within its walls. The unsettling atmosphere is amplified by strange occurrences and the feeling that they are being watched. Bol is determined to make the house feel like home, while Rial is haunted by vivid nightmares that blur the line between past and present.

As days turn into weeks, the couple’s relationship is tested. Bol becomes obsessed with assimilating, striving to fit into a society that often rejects him, while Rial clings to her memories, finding solace only in the fading remnants of her culture. The tension reaches a boiling point when Bol makes a decision that risks their safety in pursuit of acceptance. The house reveals its darkest secret, and they are forced to confront the ghosts that both haunt and define them.

As the psychological thriller unfolds, “His House” explores themes of trauma, belonging, and the cost of escape. It intertwines the raw emotional struggle of refugees with supernatural elements that heighten the tension, creating a gripping narrative that compels viewers to question notions of home and what it truly means to be safe. Through their eyes, audiences will witness the struggle of a couple fighting not only for their lives but for each other, making “His House” a captivating tale of resilience and the indomitable human spirit amidst the specter of loss.