“The Cabin in the Woods” is a 2011 horror film directed by Drew Goddard and written by Joss Whedon and Goddard. The film stars Kristen Connolly, Chris Hemsworth, Anna Hutchison, Fran Kranz, and Jesse Williams. The plot follows five college friends who decide to spend a weekend at a remote cabin in the woods. The group consists of Dana (Kristen Connolly), Curt (Chris Hemsworth), Jules (Anna Hutchison), Marty (Fran Kranz), and Holden (Jesse Williams).

Upon arrival, they discover that the cabin holds dark secrets. As they explore, they inadvertently summon a family of undead killers. Unbeknownst to them, their every move is being manipulated and monitored by a team of technicians in an underground facility. This team, led by Sitterson (Richard Jenkins) and Hadley (Bradley Whitford), orchestrates various horror scenarios for mysterious and sinister purposes. The friends must fight for their lives while uncovering the truth behind the horrifying events.

“The Cabin in the Woods” blends traditional horror tropes with a satirical and meta twist, offering a fresh and innovative take on the genre. The film received critical acclaim for its clever writing, direction, and the way it deconstructs and subverts typical horror clichés, making it a standout entry in the horror genre.