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Reviews of Found Footage films.
THE MEDIUM is a chilling faux-documentary horror film about a woman, the medium, who claims to host a powerful deity. As her niece begins to show troubling signs, a darker presence emerges. The film explores themes of legacy, faith, and revenge, filled with tension and impressive performances, making it a must-watch for horror fans.
The film "ITS NAME WAS MORMO" offers a solid premise but suffers from significant logical inconsistencies that detract from the experience. A family's discovery of a cursed box leads to eerie occurrences, yet their continued interaction with it feels implausible. Despite strong atmosphere and performances, particularly from the young actress, the film fails to deliver a satisfactory conclusion.
The author, a fan of found footage films, shares a quest for noteworthy entries in the genre. While acknowledging the abundance of poorly made films, they highlight ten exemplary titles, including "Blair Witch Project" and "REC," that capture the unique allure of found footage storytelling, blending horror, emotion, and creativity.
The reviewer shares mixed feelings about the film "SACRAMENT," which combines real and fictional elements to form a faux-documentary. Following three journalists uncovering unsettling truths about a cult, the film explores themes of blind devotion and manipulation. While still disappointed, the reviewer appreciates the acting and haunting imagery, rating it 3 out of 5.
Call this a mix of REC and END OF WATCH, as it mixes those two films far more effectively than you’d guess. Watching it, I was struck at how few found footage films are done with police. There are a few, but not as many as you’d think, considering that many are wearing live cameras… Continue reading LIVE ESCAPE – found footage review
The film "CEREMONY" explores a documentary filmmaker's investigation into a contemporary Egyptian cult. As he interviews former members, he discovers unsettling truths related to a past lover's involvement. While the film presents an intriguing premise and proficient acting, it ultimately misses depth and horror, resulting in a confusing and shallow narrative.
The article critiques a found footage horror film set in a haunted hotel. It comments on the oversaturation of paranormal reality shows and films, noting that while the premise offers potential scares, the execution falls flat with tired characters and predictable scares. Ultimately, it lacks a compelling narrative, earning a low rating.
Before I jump in, I have to plead with filmmakers - please, please, PLEASE when you are mixing your films make sure any music you have in the mix that it doesn’t drown out the dialogue. There, that feels better. OK. It’s always fun to find a sort of found footage film I haven’t seen… Continue reading LUNOPOLIS – found footage review
There is something about British humor that hits differently. British humor, while it can be just as juvenile as American humor, doesn’t feel the need to explain or dumb itself down. A joke may not land, but that’s fine because there’s another one. American comedies often overexplain things and feel like they are holding your… Continue reading Time Travel is Dangerous – movie review
It’s rainin’ frogs, hallelujah it’s rainin’ frogs. Amen! I have to say, when it comes to throwing me a curveball, this one fits the bill. I did not expect to see a found footage movie about a froggy man cryptid. The film fits in with similar films of someone obsessed by something they want to… Continue reading FROGMAN – found footage review
Fair warning going in. This is not your average found footage horror film with a ghost or boogeyman. This is more akin to MAN BITES DOG and, as such, is more “real.” The real in this case means that you have some very incel-ish behavior, and if you are someone who is upset by violence… Continue reading EVERY SINGLE SOMEONE – found footage
First, and foremost, Huggin Molly is a real-live folk-myth. She’s said to be a witch that prowls the darkness looking for children who are out after dark, who she then hugs and screams into their ears. Why? WHO KNOWS? Witches be like that. I just wanted to state that first, as I happened to look… Continue reading HUGGIN MOLLY – found footage review
As someone who has made a couple of short films I understand how hard it is to get the stars to align and make anything. There’s a reason why the great directors are so revered and it’s because they managed to catch a tiger by the tail and then ride it into glory. Even with… Continue reading BAGMA – found footage review
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