Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Lena Vasquez, Whispers of the Ancient is a slow-burning fantasy thriller set in a mysterious coastal village where time seems frozen—and secrets are buried deeper than the ocean floor.
Erica Durance plays Dr. Alina Cross, a brilliant archaeologist-turned-author who returns to her hometown after the sudden death of her estranged grandmother. While sorting through her grandmother’s belongings, Alina uncovers a series of cryptic journals and ancient relics pointing to a long-forgotten civilization—and a whispered prophecy tied to her own bloodline.
As she begins to investigate, she starts hearing voices, experiencing visions, and uncovering dark family secrets that suggest a supernatural force is awakening beneath the surface of the town. The deeper Alina digs, the more the line between history and hallucination begins to blur.Durance delivers a deeply layered performance, portraying a woman grappling with grief, identity, and the pull of something far older than science can explain. Critics are already calling it one of her most compelling roles to date.
“Erica brings a raw intensity and emotional vulnerability to Alina,” said director Vasquez. “She carries this movie with elegance, mystery, and a strength that’s utterly captivating.”
Shot on location in the rugged highlands of Scotland and along the misty shores of Nova Scotia, the film’s visual tone is both eerie and breathtaking. With atmospheric cinematography, a haunting score by Emmy-winning composer Julian Hart, and an intricate script rich in lore, Whispers of the Ancient offers a fresh take on the supernatural mystery genre.
Fans and critics alike are praising the film for its slow-burn storytelling, intellectual depth, and spine-tingling twists. Early viewer reactions on social media call it “The Da Vinci Code meets The Others,” and “a poetic, mysterious journey that lingers long after the credits roll.”
Variety calls the film “a beautifully shot, mind-bending mystery,” and The Verge describes it as “a rich, mature fantasy tale rooted in emotion and ancestral legacy.”Whispers of the Ancient is now available exclusively on Netflix, and already climbing the trending charts globally.
Whether you’re drawn to stories of ancient lore, psychological mystery, or simply want to see Erica Durance shine in a powerful, otherworldly role—this is one film you won’t want to miss.
