Friends Dom and Miles run a YouTube channel dedicated to investigating lesser-known cryptids. Unknown to Miles or anyone else, Dom is reaching the end of his rope and seriously thinking about ending it all. Since he still lives with his mom and has nothing to show in his life, he’s just about done until he receives an anonymous tape that shows a possible dogman. Him and Miles pack up to go camping to try to get solid proof, but soon realize that what they are looking for is more than they bargained for.

For some, the grey, black, and white color palette with intentional film grain will add to the atmosphere of the film. It gives it an aged feel that immerses you in the world of the film. Others may find it off-putting and difficult to watch. The same can be said for the Lo-Fi style of the footage. Some people may appreciate the rough around the edges look. Others may find it too jarring and prefer a more polished look. And that’s really the gist of Greywoods Plot. It’s a love it or hate it kind of movie. You’ll either appreciate the unique style or you’ll find it too experimental for your taste. But if you’re willing to give it a chance, you might just find yourself enjoying this one-of-a-kind film.

When it comes to acting, Greywoods Plot is in an odd position. The whole film feels intentional when it comes to how it presents itself. Is the acting over the top in some places and incredibly wooden in others on purpose? Honestly, I’m not entirely sure. Dom (Josh Stifter) does well to convey someone who feels that they have nothing to live for. Friend Miles (Keith Radichel) on the other hand, plays it more like someone reading their lines for the first time. Ultimately, it might be the acting or the writing that causes you not to really care about their fates.

Reviewing the film on a technical level is tough. I have to decide if the shoddy camera work and awful low light situations are deliberate or not. If they are deliberate, then I can’t count them against the film. However, if they’re not deliberate, then they definitely hurt the viewing experience. The lighting in the darker scenes made it really tough to see what was happening. Worse still was the audio. It was all over the place. Overly loud at one point and far too quiet the next. It was to the point that I gave up trying to hear what was being said. In the end, I’m not sure if the film’s technical shortcomings are intentional or not, but they definitely had an impact on my enjoyment of the film.

Greywoods Plot is a clear example of a movie that knew exactly what it wanted to be. From the very beginning, it was clear that the creators had a very clear vision for the film, and they stuck to it throughout the entire movie. I commend them for their commitment to the material and their willingness to just go all out with style. However, I think that this film falters the most in terms of the audience experience. It’s clear that the makers of this film didn’t really take into consideration how the audience would react to certain scenes or situations. As a result, I think that the film feels a bit jarring and disjointed at times. Nevertheless, I still think that it’s a brave and admirable effort from the creators.

5 out of 10