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The Final Cut Podcast
Horror Movies Uncut
Horror Movies Uncut is the eyes and ears of the Indie horror culture! Our goal is to forever bring awareness the macabre that exist below the mainstream!
SXSW 2026 Review: Drag
A revenge break-in turns disastrous when everything goes wrong in the chaotic SXSW Midnighter Drag. ★★★☆☆
SXSW 2026 Review: A Safe Distance Balances Romance, Danger, and Fugitive Thrills in the Woods
John Valley’s American Dollhouse flips a suburban grief story into chaotic neighbor-from-hell horror led by Hailley Lauren and Kelsey Pribilski.
SXSW 2026 Interview: Richard E. Williams and the Cast of Dead Eyes on First-Person Horror and Indie Filmmaking
The team behind Dead Eyes talks first-person horror, grief, and indie filmmaking challenges at SXSW 2026.
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Night of the Reaper Review – A Fever Dream Slasher Drenched in Analog Shadows
A VHS-styled fever dream slasher, Night of the Reaper embraces retro horror while raising questions about how much is too familiar.
Aug 29, 20252 min read
Review: A Soil A Culture A River A People – Viv Li’s Haunting 16mm Exploration of Memory and Identity
Viv Li’s A Soil A Culture A River A People uses 16mm to unravel memory, identity, and cultural loss through Citizen Yu.
Aug 28, 20252 min read
The Haunted Forest Review – Horror, Heart, and a Black Nerd at the Center
A heartfelt horror where a young Black horror nerd takes center stage in Keith Boynton’s The Haunted Forest.
Aug 24, 20253 min read
American Sweatshop Review – The Dark Cost of Moderating the Internet
A darkly funny yet unsettling thriller, American Sweatshop dives into the hidden toll of moderating the internet’s worst corners.
Aug 23, 20253 min read
Return to Fantastic Fest: Kenichi Ugana’s Love Will Tear Us Apart (2023)
Ugana’s 2023 slasher blends J-pop dreams and steampunk carnage in a messy yet ambitious ride.
Aug 19, 20252 min read
Until Dawn Review – A Stylish Yet Toothless Horror Game Adaptation - Review
Until Dawn is visually strong and faithful to its source, but it never delivers the scares horror fans crave.
Apr 27, 20252 min read
"Daft State" - movie review
Daft State is a somber exploration of loss, guilt, and addiction, carried by Christopher Backus’s powerful performance.
Nov 24, 20242 min read
"In Vitro" - movie review
“In Vitro is a provocative sci-fi thriller that dives into the perilous costs of playing god, blending human conflict with chilling futurist
Nov 14, 20242 min read
"Drive Back" - movie review
“Drive Back traps an engaged couple in a chilling, endless loop, blending survival horror with tense relationship drama. 4/5 stars.”
Nov 10, 20242 min read
"Stockholm Bloodbath" - movie review
Stockholm Bloodbath brings brutal history to life with intense action and bold storytelling. A thrilling, sword-fighting ride.
Nov 8, 20242 min read
"Meanwhile on Earth" - movie review
“Meanwhile on Earth is a visually stunning sci-fi horror following Elsa’s quest to find her lost brother in the depths of space.”
Nov 6, 20242 min read
FilmQuest 24: "Decibel" - movie review
“Decibel is a sci-fi horror that masterfully blends music with suspense, led by powerful performances from Stefanie Estes and Aleyse Shannon
Nov 5, 20242 min read
FilmQuest 24: "Somnium" - movie review
Somnium by Racheal Cain is a haunting thriller that blends dreamlike visuals with a chilling tale of ambition, fear, and self-discovery.
Nov 3, 20242 min read
FilmQuest 24: The Animated Shorts That Blew Us Away This Year
FilmQuest 2024’s animation block offered a refreshing mix of genres, styles, and standout shorts—explore our top picks and reviews!
Oct 31, 20242 min read
FilmQuest 24: "The Worlds Divide" - movie review
Denver Jackson’s Esluna: The Worlds Divide offers an epic sci-fi adventure with intense action, stunning animation, and a rich, immersive wo
Oct 30, 20242 min read
AFF 24: "The Fetch" - movie review
The Fetch is a chilling blend of folklore and family grief, where sinister forces feed on despair in a haunting, J-horror-inspired tale.
Oct 29, 20242 min read
FilmQuest 24: "Hunting Matthew Nichols" - movie review
Hunting Matthew Nichols blends found footage and true crime, delivering a suspenseful, well-paced thriller with standout performances.
Oct 29, 20242 min read
AFF 24: "The Beldham" - movie review
The Beldham delves into folklore horror and motherhood, with Katie Parker’s gripping performance as a mother confronting ancient evil.
Oct 26, 20242 min read
HMU Exclusive: Fantastic Fest ‘24 Interview with Daddy’s Head Filmmaker Benjamin Barfoot (+review)
Daddy’s Head explores grief and isolation through a slow-burning horror, where family loss brings a haunting creature into the fold.
Oct 24, 20243 min read
"Smile 2" - movie review
Smile 2 explores the dark side of fame with Naomi Scott delivering a standout performance in Parker Finn’s twisted horror sequel.
Oct 20, 20242 min read
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