“In a Violent Nature” Turns the Slasher Up to Eleven
Nash pushes the concept forward once again in an ultraviolet film with the killer at center stage. This ingenious twist proves to be not only a gory bit of horror filmmaking, but a new exploration of one of horror’s most beloved tentpoles....
“The Strangers: Chapter 1” is Great If You’ve Never Seen “The Strangers”
Just sixteen years after The Strangers hit theaters, this admittedly well-executed copy does little more than increase our appreciation for the original films....
“The Last Stop in Yuma County” is Sun-Bleached Nihilism at Its Finest
Stellar performances abound in this tangled web and the fun of watching an exceptional cast play off of each other softens the edge of the slowly mounting horror. ...
“Mind Body Spirit” Explores the Horror of Self-Actualization
Henes and Merenda peel back the layers of uplifting influencer accounts and exposes the hidden dangers of the quest for inner peace....
“The Image of You” is Hallmark Horror Fun
There’s plenty of sex, scandal, and intrigue to carry us through this ultimately forgettable film...
“Breathe” Is a Fascinating Concept That Runs Out of Air
Bristol sets up a fascinating thought experiment, puts all the pieces in place, then gets lost trying to find the way out....
“Arcadian” Is a Touching Reminder to Teach Our Children Well
The film is a beautiful reminder that everything we’ve built will eventually crumble leaving our children to contend with what we’ve left behind....
“Exhuma” Is a Frightening Grave Filled With Too Many Secrets
Exhuma fires on all cylinders with a strong cast, an engaging concept, an interesting approach to folklore, and a spooky creature design. ...
“Sting” is a Familiar Story Bolstered by An Impressive Execution
Roache-Turner imbues the film with a razor-sharp wit and threatens characters we’ve been trained to assume will be safe....
“Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person” is an Uplifting Story of Depression and Death [BUFF Review]
Part rom-com, part horror, this charming French Canadian film sheds light on conflicting desires and the deadly downside of trying to conform. ...