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V/H/S/85

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An ominous mixtape blends never before seen snuff footage with nightmarish newscasts and disturbing home video to create a surreal, analog mashup of the forgotten 80s.
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Critics Consensus

One of the franchise's stronger entries, V/H/S/85 largely avoids the quality control issues common to anthologies, with consistently creepy results.

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Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com 10/07/2023
3/4
V/H/S/85 is an absolute blast of gore, laughs, fright, and mayhem. Go to Full Review
David Ehrlich IndieWire 10/06/2023
C
Truth be told, the only thing stranger than the “V/H/S” franchise waiting six movies to revisit the ’80s is how little it does with the decade when it finally goes there. Go to Full Review
Simon Abrams RogerEbert.com 10/06/2023
1.5/4
Pretty much just a bunch of stuff you’ve seen before, only now with some mildly ironic twists and tweaks to adjust for retrospective tracking. Go to Full Review
Emily von Seele Daily Dead Sep 14
5/5
There’s no obvious weak link and it really feels like the filmmakers are all bringing their A game to this installment. Go to Full Review
Rebecca Sayce FILMHOUNDS Magazine Jul 24
3/5
For fans of the franchise, V/H/S/85 is sure to be a welcome watch in time for Halloween that offers varied stories wrapped up in nostalgic eighties visuals perfect for a cosy watch as the nights draw in. Go to Full Review
James Preston Poole Discussing Film 08/22/2024
3/5
As a combination of short films, V/H/S/85 goes down fine. That’s all. A couple of them are great examples of the anthology format, one is so well done you wish there was more, and another feels like it outright didn’t understand the assignment. Go to Full Review
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Horror fan 4 Nov 5 This was filled with 4 great stories and one that was ok. The blood and effects are top notch. Tim Treakle See more chris m Oct 29 i had given up on the franchise. 'v/h/s/85' establishes itself as one of the best entries in the saga, although, of course, it still ranks behind the first film, which remains an undisputed benchmark. this anthology manages to combine creativity, tension, and originality, offering segments that impress with their style, structure, and technical execution. each segment is well-written, directed, edited, and produced, showing that the 'v/h/s' format can remain fresh and terrifying when handled with talent. what struck me the most was the originality of the segments. unlike other entries that rely on clichés, here each story has its own twist, and the effects feel realistic and believable, maintaining the sense that you are watching authentic footage. the film succeeds in recapturing the classic 'v/h/s' essence, where tension arises from both what is seen and what is implied. my favorite segment was 'no wake', undoubtedly the one that initially made me think i was going to see a solid film within this style. its narrative construction, pacing, and the way it combines fear with mystery make it a memorable segment. on the other hand, i highlight the segment recreating the mexico earthquake, a risky choice since it is based on a real tragedy. still, according to audience reactions, it was well received, managing to convey tension and horror without falling into sensationalism. throughout much of the film, i found myself asking questions about the development of the stories, the characters’ decisions, and the limits of fear posed in each segment. this effect recalls what the earlier entries in the saga achieved, although here it comes across with a more modern and polished tone, showing that the franchise continues to evolve without losing its essence. in conclusion, 'v/h/s/85' manages to balance risk, originality, and fidelity to the saga, offering a horror experience that mixes the supernatural with the realistic, keeping the viewer engaged and surprised. it is an entry that not only entertains but also demonstrates that the 'v/h/s' format remains a powerful medium for telling horror stories in an innovative way. spanish: daba a la franquicia por perdida. 'v/h/s/85' se confirma como una de las mejores entregas de la saga, aunque, por supuesto, sigue detrás de la primera película, que sigue siendo un referente indiscutible. esta antología logra combinar creatividad, tensión y originalidad, ofreciendo grabaciones que sorprenden por su estilo, estructura y ejecución técnica. cada segmento está bien escrito, dirigido, montado y producido, mostrando que el formato 'v/h/s' puede seguir siendo fresco y aterrador si se maneja con talento. lo que más me impactó fue la originalidad de las grabaciones. a diferencia de otras entregas que recurren a clichés, aquí cada historia tiene un giro propio, y los efectos se sienten realistas y verosímiles, manteniendo la sensación de que estás viendo grabaciones auténticas. la película logra recuperar esa esencia clásica de ‘v/h/s’, donde la tensión surge tanto de lo que se ve como de lo que se intuye. mi grabación favorita fue 'no wake', sin duda la que inicialmente me hizo pensar que iba a ver una película sólida dentro de este estilo. su construcción narrativa, el ritmo y la manera en que combina miedo con misterio la convierten en un segmento memorable. por otro lado, destaco el segmento que recrea el terremoto de méxico, un recurso arriesgado porque parte de una tragedia real. aun así, según las reacciones del público, fue bien recibido, y consigue transmitir tensión y horror sin caer en lo sensacionalista. durante gran parte de la película me encontré haciéndome preguntas sobre el desarrollo de las historias, sobre las decisiones de los personajes y sobre los límites del miedo que se plantea en cada grabación. este efecto recuerda a lo que lograban las primeras entregas de la saga, aunque aquí se percibe con un tono más moderno y pulido, mostrando que la franquicia sigue evolucionando sin perder su esencia. en conclusión, 'v/h/s/85' logra equilibrar riesgo, originalidad y fidelidad a la saga, ofreciendo una experiencia de terror que mezcla lo sobrenatural con lo realista y que mantiene al espectador atento y sorprendido. es una entrega que no solo entretiene, sino que también demuestra que el formato 'v/h/s' sigue siendo un medio potente para contar historias de miedo de manera innovadora. See more Jackson M. @Lolimjusthere Oct 15 A very enjoyable movie that has great acting, and overall is genuinely terrifying See more Caleb L Oct 5 A very dark and gritty entry into this series. Honestly one of the best aesthetically speaking. See more Melissa L @Agent99 Sep 10 I have no idea why the ratings are so high. The beginning was great, but then got worse. See more Dixie D Aug 29 Un cliché atras de otro. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis An ominous mixtape blends never before seen snuff footage with nightmarish newscasts and disturbing home video to create a surreal, analog mashup of the forgotten 80s.
Director
David Bruckner, Scott Derrickson, Gigi Saul Guerrero, Natasha Kermani, Mike P. Nelson
Producer
Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, David Bruckner, Tyler Gillett, Josh Goldbloom, James Harris, Brad Miska, Radio Silence, Chad Villella
Screenwriter
Zoe Cooper, Evan Dickson, Scott Derrickson, C. Robert Cargill, Mike P. Nelson, Gigi Saul Guerrero
Distributor
Shudder
Production Co
Bloody Disgusting, Cinepocalypse Productions, Shudder Films
Genre
Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 6, 2023
Runtime
1h 50m
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