The mystery surrounding the Dyatlov Pass incident is baffling and sad. It fuels conspiracy theorists who claim that it was aliens, a Russian yeti, or maybe the KGB that murdered nine young hikers. A new documentary, An Unknown Compelling Force, doesn’t arrive at any new answers, but it does humanize the lives lost on that [...]

Who doesn’t love a good murder mystery? The fun lies in guessing who has blood on their hands. The Dry is a layered thriller that keeps its cards close to its chest before arriving at a well-earned climax. It’s also the perfect mix of an effective setting and a character-driven narrative. The Australian film opens [...]

First, let me say that We All Think We’re Special is a tough viewing experience. Watching a character undergo a forced detox and writhe on the floor in pain is grim, to say the least. That said, the film’s bleakness doesn’t mean it’s not worth a watch. Directed by Kirby Voss, the film stars Jared [...]

Caveat requires patience. It’s a slow-burn, a film heavy on atmosphere and mood more than anything else. It has a unique premise and generally chilling concept, but too many frustrating plot holes and unanswered questions. Still, Caveat is worth a watch for its cinematography and unsettling narrative potential. Directed and written by Damian Mc Carthy, [...]

Seance is captivating, though it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly why. Maybe it’s the cast of talented young women. Maybe it’s the use of Gothic tropes and the familiar story about the past haunting the present. Yet, even that storyline feels surprisingly fresh in Simon Barrett’s film. On paper, this movie should be cliché, but it’s [...]

If the world ended, what would really matter? That’s the question at the heart of the Swedish disaster film The Unthinkable. The Armageddon backdrop barely has any explanation, but it doesn’t need it. The film grounds itself in a small cast of characters and their relationships.  It’s all the better for it because its weakest [...]

With summer nearing, what better time to stream a slasher flick set in a rustic campground? Why doesn’t do anything new with the subgenre, and at times it leans into some of the cliches, but it’s still a fun ride with plenty of gruesome kills and a likable final girl. Written and directed by Corbin [...]