Two Eyes Staring (2010)
A chilling Dutch horror film where a child's ghostly friendship unravels a mother's darkest secret.
Two Eyes Staring - Movie Information
- Original Title: Zwart Water
- Release Year: 2010
- Directed by: Elbert van Strien
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror
- Runtime: 1h 52m
- Original Language: Dutch
- Spoken Languages: Dutch
- Release Date (Theatrical): March 11, 2010 (Netherlands), June 21, 2011 (France)
- Alternative Titles: Two Eyes Staring - Der Tod ist kein Kinderspiel (DE), Água Negra (BR), Two Eyes Staring (US), Zwart Water (NL)
- Production Companies: Accento Films
- Production Countries: Netherlands
Two Eyes Staring - Plot
Nine-year-old Lisa discovers her sinister new friend is the ghost of the dead twin of Lisa's mother. Then Lisa's father also begins to suspect his wife of hiding a terrible secret, resulting in deadly consequences…
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Two Eyes Staring - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Elbert van Strien
Main Cast
- Hadewych Minis
- Barry Atsma
- Isabelle Stokkel
- Charlotte Arnoldy
- Els Dottermans
- Viviane de Muynck
- Bart Slegers
- Lisa Smit
- Steven Boen
- Warre Borgmans
Writers
- Elbert van Strien
- Paulo van Vliet
Producers
- Elbert van Strien
- Claudia Brandt
Two Eyes Staring - FAQs
What is Two Eyes Staring about?
Two Eyes Staring follows nine-year-old Lisa, who moves into an old house and befriends what she believes is a mysterious girl — only for her father to realize this presence is the ghost of his wife's dead twin sister, dragging a long-buried family secret into terrifying light.
Who are the main actors in Two Eyes Staring?
The cast is led by Hadewych Minis as Christine and Barry Atsma as Paul, with young Isabelle Stokkel delivering a standout performance as their daughter Lisa. Charlotte Arnoldy plays the ghostly Karen, and the ensemble also includes Els Dottermans and Viviane de Muynck.
Is Two Eyes Staring based on a true story?
No, Two Eyes Staring is not based on a true story. It is an original work of fiction written by director Elbert van Strien and co-writer Paulo van Vliet. The film draws on classic ghost story traditions and psychological horror rather than any real-life events.
What is the ghost's connection to Lisa's mother?
The ghost haunting young Lisa turns out to be the spirit of Karen, the dead twin sister of Lisa's mother Christine. Christine has kept this sibling's existence — and the circumstances of her death — a secret for years, and the ghost's return forces that buried truth into the open with devastating results.
Where can you watch Two Eyes Staring?
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Who directed Two Eyes Staring?
Two Eyes Staring was directed by Elbert van Strien, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Paulo van Vliet and served as one of the film's producers. It stands as one of the more ambitious Dutch horror productions of its era.
When was Two Eyes Staring released?
Two Eyes Staring had its theatrical release in the Netherlands on March 11, 2010. It later reached French audiences on June 21, 2011. The film was also released in the United States and Brazil under the titles Two Eyes Staring and Água Negra respectively.
What are some movies similar to Two Eyes Staring?
If Two Eyes Staring left you wanting more atmospheric ghost stories, you might enjoy Jessabelle (2014), Lost Souls (2000), Burnt Offerings (1976), or Poltergeist II: The Other Side (1986). For something quieter and equally unsettling, A Ghost Story for Christmas: The Mezzotint (2021) is well worth a look.
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