BLACK PUMPKIN

Cinemavixion Review

Ryan McGonagle's "Black Pumpkin" plunges viewers into a chilling Halloween night where two young protagonists inadvertently unleash a decades-old terror. The film masterfully builds suspense, transforming a familiar holiday into a canvas for primal fear. The narrative centers on the relentless pursuit by the monstrous "Bloody Bobby," creating a palpable sense of dread that permeates every scene. Ellie Patrikios and Grayson Thorne Kilpatrick deliver compelling performances as the children thrust into a desperate fight for survival, their youthful vulnerability amplifying the horror. While the film explores classic slasher tropes, its tight pacing and atmospheric tension offer a satisfyingly frightening experience for fans of the genre. "Black Pumpkin" serves as a potent reminder that sometimes, the scariest things are those we awaken ourselves.