Jessabelle (2014) is a chilling supernatural horror film that blends Southern Gothic atmosphere with psychological suspense. Directed by Kevin Greutert, the story follows Jessie, a young woman who returns to her childhood home in Louisiana after a tragic accident leaves her wheelchair-bound. As she tries to recover physically and emotionally, she discovers disturbing secrets buried in her family’s past.

While staying in the old, creaky house, Jessie finds a collection of videotapes left behind by her deceased mother—messages filled with eerie tarot readings and warnings of a dark presence that surrounds her. The deeper Jessie digs into her family’s history, the more she is tormented by ghostly visions and strange occurrences that hint at a terrifying legacy tied to voodoo, betrayal, and a spirit that refuses to rest.

With its eerie bayou setting, slow-building tension, and unsettling twists, Jessabelle delivers a haunting story about loss, identity, and the inescapable grip of the past. It’s a film that explores how sometimes, the scariest ghosts are the ones closest to home.