Sundance 2022 Recaps (FRESH, RESURRECTION & SPEAK NO EVIL)
Recaps of Fresh, Speak No Evil and Resurrection from the 2022 Sundance Film Festival
“Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin” (VIDEO REVIEW) The 7th Time is NOT the Charm!
A young woman who was abandoned by her mother as a baby, travels to a secluded Amish community with a documentary film crew seeking answers about her mother and extended family.
“Last Night in Soho” (VIDEO REVIEW) A Stylishly Sinister Thriller!
Eloise, an aspiring fashion designer, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters a dazzling wannabe singer, Sandie. But the glamour is not all it appears to be and the dreams of the past start to crack and splinter into something far darker.
“Black as Night” & “Bingo Hell” (REVIEW) Welcome to the Blumhouse Returns to Prime Video
“Welcome to the Blumhouse” returns to Prime Video this week for its second year. This film series consists of four anthological horror-thrillers. October 1st brought us the first two, “Black as Night” and “Bingo Hell”. A couple genre flicks that each had their ups and downs, but in the end did deliver some early Halloween season screams.
“Malignant” (REVIEW) James Wan’s Return to Horror!
Madison is paralyzed by shocking visions of grisly murders, and her torment worsens as she discovers that these waking dreams are in fact terrifying realities.
“Candyman” (REVIEW) By the Numbers…But Still Enjoyable
In present day, a decade after the last of the Cabrini towers were torn down, Anthony and his partner move into a loft in the now gentrified Cabrini. A chance encounter with an old-timer exposes Anthony to the true story behind Candyman.
“Old” (REVIEW) A Beach Set Thriller that Stays in Shallow Waters
A family on a tropical holiday discover that the secluded beach where they are relaxing for a few hours is somehow causing them to age rapidly.
“Son” (REVIEW) A Chilling Tale of Motherly Love, and Demons
After a mysterious group breaks into Laura’s home and attempts to abduct her eight-year-old son, David, the two of them flee town in search of safety. But soon after the failed kidnapping, David becomes extremely ill, suffering from increasing psychosis and convulsions. Following her maternal instincts, Laura commits unspeakable acts to keep him alive, but soon she must decide how far she is willing to go to save her son.
“Separation” (REVIEW) A Familiar Joyride That Fizzles Out Far Too Soon
8-year-old Jenny is constantly caught in the middle of the feuding between her mother and father. When her mother is tragically killed in a hit-and-run, Jeff and Jenny try to piece together a new life. But it takes a dark turn. The puppets and frightening characters come to life and Jenny is the only person who can see them.
“The Resort” (REVIEW) A Lack of Ambition Hinders its Potential
Four friends head to Hawaii to investigate reports of a haunting at an abandoned resort in hopes of finding the infamous Half-Faced Girl. When they arrive, they soon learn you should be careful what you wish for.