In a spine-tingling tale of psychological horror, Anna Zlokovic’s Appendage, now streaming on Hulu, takes audiences on a rollercoaster ride through the mind of a young woman named Hannah, played by Hadley Robinson (‘Winning Time’). This chilling drama explores themes of anxiety, self-doubt, and the manifestation of inner demons.
Hannah’s life takes a sinister turn when her inner anxieties materialize into a monstrous creature known as the ‘appendage.’ This malevolent entity slowly infiltrates every aspect of her existence, leaving Hannah desperately seeking answers.
One theory put forth in the film is that the appendage is the result of a long-lost twin, suggesting that Hannah might have absorbed her sibling in the womb, a phenomenon often linked to the vanishing twin syndrome. But did Hannah really have a twin, or is this just another layer of the horror that haunts her?
As the story unfolds, Hannah’s quest for answers leads her to the revelation of dual DNA within her own body, a rare occurrence often attributed to the vanishing twin syndrome. This syndrome occurs when one of the twins in a multiple-fetus pregnancy dies in utero, gets resorbed, or disappears, ultimately resulting in a singleton pregnancy.
In some cases, the DNA of the vanished twin can be absorbed by the surviving sibling, leading to chimerism, or the presence of dual DNA.
However, while the film suggests that Hannah’s condition could be a result of vanishing twin syndrome, there is little concrete evidence to support this claim. Other factors, such as microchimerism or bone marrow transplant, could also explain her unique DNA pattern.
The film keeps audiences guessing, with the appendage itself playing mind games, posing as a long-lost sibling, and manipulating Hannah’s life further. Her mother’s dismissive response about the possible existence of a twin only adds to the enigma.
As viewers delve deeper into the dark recesses of Appendage, they are left pondering the true origin of the monstrous appendage and whether Hannah’s torment is linked to a vanishing twin or something even more sinister.
For now, Appendage stands as a compelling mystery that explores the depths of human psychology and the horrors that can lurk within.
