A new descent into the otherside offers a few thrills, but not much else.

The high wears off on the generally affable but all too familiar drug comedy from Dylan Myer.

Harrison Atkins’ deeply engrossing psychological horror movie.

A heartwarming crowdpleaser about dancing…and gang war.

A powerful film that uses ‘80s slashers as a launchpad for exploring deeper themes.

An innovative blending of genres leads to some thrilling surprises in this Thai film.

This one’s for the true cinematic sickos.

Genre fans are encouraged to seek out the latest from director Yeon Sang-ho as soon as possible.

A Christmastime horror movie shows promise, but often gets in its own way.

Despite some hollow characters, the new film in the franchise delivers some impressive moments of gore and terror.

A strong premise is undone by messy execution by a (still) promising filmmaker.

Dean Francis’ sexy, neon-soaked noir with a Queer bent is a return to familiar tropes while forging its own path.

A genius idea that may have been better as a short instead underwhelms in its current form.

A rousing film that defies expectations and formalism to create a tremendously impressive experience.

The new espionage comedy from Franceca Sloane and Donald Glover is…pretty damn cool.

Yorgos Lanthimos’ latest film is truly a brilliant slice of cinema.

Eli Roth’s latest is a delightful slasher, though suffers from the same pitfalls as its ‘80s predecessors.

Campy delights abound in this terrific indie genre film.

Anarchic time loop film is the best of the Fest.

Adjust your tracking…and your expectations.