Hauntology (2024)
24KHauntology (2024). 1h 40m | R
“Hauntology is somewhat difficult to categorize. More spooky than terrifying, this anthology manages to wrap its unique narrative into consistent themes and tones. Writer-Director Parker Brennon directs all segments, weaving together a film that pays homage to several sub-genres, making Hauntology a tapestry of horror, supernatural scifi, giallo slasher, monster movie, and psychological tension across itu0026#39;s segments. The thread binding Hauntologyu0026#39;s narrative together is the isolation, fear, and u0026quot;othernessu0026quot; experienced in queer, BIPOC, and feminine perspectives, subtly explored by Brennon and an ensemble cast that is particularly impressive for a small independent film. Those haunting elements of the film are further invoked by an intentional pace and atmospheric photography, perfectly matched by a score that manages to somehow sound both foreboding and eerily cheerful.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eDonu0026#39;t come expecting copious jump scares or buckets of blood (although there are some of booth). Hauntology is entirely more u0026quot;Letu0026#39;s Scare Jessica to Deathu0026quot; or u0026quot;Carnival of Soulsu0026quot;, than it is u0026quot;Terrifieru0026quot; or u0026quot;Nightmare on Elm Streetu0026quot;. What does come in abundance are easter eggs and tribute nods worthy of rewatches and Reddit boards.”
