Roxanne Benjamin attempts to tackle the “creepy kid” sub-genre with There’s Something Wrong with the Children. Unfortunately, a weak script and poor pacing result in a chore.
Zach Gayne attempts to blend awkward social comedy with home invasion horror in Homewrecker. Unfortunately, the result is a slow and unfunny slog.
Brandon Christensen explores the dark side of holiday rentals and vlogging culture in Superhost. While the protagonists underwhelm, a standout villain saves the day.
A slow-burn period horror with a mythological twist. We explain the siren song, the murder that started it all, and the tragic finale.
A dark folk horror that leaves a lot to the imagination. We explain the mandrake ritual, why Mary needed the children, and that haunting final vision.
Joseph and Vanessa Winter deliver a masterclass in low-budget filmmaking with Deadstream. A disgraced livestreamer faces a night of terror in a haunted house.
A satirical slasher where the killer becomes the victim… and then the hero. We explain how Cecilia got away with it and who actually killed Emma.
A tense Scottish thriller where a hunting trip goes horribly wrong. We break down the moral dilemma, the village’s justice, and the tragic finale.
Hannah Barlow and Kane Senes deliver a vibrant and violent social media satire with Sissy. A wellness influencer faces a weekend from hell in this Aussie standout.
A terrifying look at cult indoctrination in modern Los Angeles. We explain Sarah’s escape, Lester’s sacrifice, and that bleak final twist.
David Marmor explores the dark side of community living in Apartment 1BR. A young woman’s dream move to LA turns into a high-stakes battle for her own identity.
Lynne Davison makes her feature debut with the atmospheric and relentlessly bleak Mandrake. A probation officer finds herself caught in a dark web of folk legends.