In the ever-evolving world of cinema many films come and go especially in the horror genre. However most horror films these days often entail jump scares and expected turns and twists that might shake you at first but their impact doesnt last long. But every once in a while a film comes that touches your soul gives you chills like no other. One such similar tale is of a film that wont just scare you but its terror will stay with you long after its credits roll. This film will tell a story so raw and real that it will unsettle your core; however the twist will also not let you leave your seat. The film that we are talking about is none other than 3096 Days. This German film was released in 2021 and its based on the true story of a 10-year-old Austrian girl Natascha Kampusch who was kidnapped in 1998. The story talks about this girl who went to her school only to never return the same. After being kidnapped she was held hostage for 8 and a half years she was locked in a basement and was mentally and physically abused. The title of the film refers to the exact number of days she spent in isolation and torture. The film is directed by Sherry Hormann who shows Nataschas story with deep and emotional intensity. The role of 10 year 10-year-old girl Natascha is portrayed by Antonia Campbell-Hughes with utmost conviction. She also went through a realistic physical transformation to do justice to the role. Thure Lindhardt will be seen playing the kidnapper who manipulates and controls the young girl brutally. The film is dark emotionally draining and not for the faint-hearted but if you are a fan of horror films that will have you biting your nails then it should be on your must-watch list. Made on a humble budget of around 5–7 million dollars the film collected approximately $6.68 million (around ₹55 crores). Although it did not hit gold at the box office it later found its audience on OTT. The film has a 6.5/10 rating on IMDb and is currently available on Prime Video and YouTube ‘3096 Days’ is not a film you watch for fun — it’s one you experience with empathy. A film that will wrench your gut but also will keep you hooked till the end.
