Author: chris
The Presence, 2014 – ★★
Utterly by-the-numbers with no spark or identity of its own—just another forgettable entry in the ghost story pile.
Presence, 2024 – ★★★
Sleek and skillful, with a haunting precision—may resonate even more on a second watch. A strong showcase of craft.
Handling the Undead, 2024 – ★★★
Quietly unsettling and emotionally heavy, it offers a fresh, mournful spin on the undead that lingers long after.
Retardead, 2008 – ★★
Offensive title aside, it’s a rough, tasteless ride—but somehow the ending manages to stick better than expected.
Space Sharks, 2024 – ★★
Exactly what you’d expect from the name—silly, shallow, and proudly ridiculous, but not much beyond the gimmick.
The Curse, 1987 – ★★★
Dripping with ’80s vibes and practical goo—it’s dated in the best way, with just enough weird to keep it fun.
Sator, 2019 – ★★
Ultimately just another slow crawl through well-worn horror territory with nothing new to say.
The Windmill Massacre, 2016 – ★★
Passable horror with a decent hook, but it never rises above average. You’ll forget it by the time the credits roll.
Nosferatu, 2024 – ★★★
Stunning to behold, but the déjà vu is hard to shake. Style nearly makes up for the lack of fresh perspective.
Warning, 2021 – ★★
Ambitious in structure but lacking in payoff, the threads feel disconnected and the themes half-baked.
Archive, 2020 – ★★★
Hooks you with its visuals and keeps you around with a thoughtful core. Familiar ideas, but presented with style and care.
Trespass, 2011 – ★★
Loud, lifeless, and strangely empty, it’s a disappointing swan song for a director who once had real flair.
Primal, 2019 – ★★
Completely absurd but not in a way that works—Cage gives it his all, but even he can’t sell this laughably miscast adventure.
The Gorge, 2025 – ★★★
Has style, charm, and chemistry to spare—but it overstays its welcome. Trim the fat and it could’ve really soared.


