(ESP-ENG) Hokum | Terror is returning - Movie Review!
Hello friends, good vibes to all.
This year has seen a significant resurgence in the horror genre. That's often said when a couple of decent films come out, but the truth is that in 2026 we've seen more than a few worthwhile movies, especially for their innovative approach and because they come from a completely new generation of horror films. Today we're talking about Hokum, a film directed by Damian McCarthy, a filmmaker I haven't heard much about but who specializes in horror, obviously, and starring Adam Scott, the same actor from Severance. I had heard good things about this film, but the truth is it ended up being even better than expected—I'll tell you that much.
We have Ohm Bauman, a writer, suddenly a little frustrated, stuck trying to finish a trilogy. One night, while trying to figure out how to complete his book, he has a paranormal experience with his mother's spirit, which compels him to do something he's perhaps been putting off: scatter her ashes. In response to this manifestation, he decides to go to the place where his mother was once happy, an old inn/hotel in the most remote part of Ireland. When he arrives, he discovers some rather peculiar characters who begin telling him supernatural stories, especially one that takes place within the inn itself. Ohm's skepticism is a central theme of this story and significantly shapes his personality.
Things take a truly bizarre turn when one of the hotel employees disappears, sparking suspicion, intrigue, and suspense about what might have happened to them. The story goes that a witch lives in one of the rooms, and she's the source of all the strange activity some people are talking about, which they cite as a possible cause of the disappearance. From here, the plot thickens. What makes this film truly great is that it excels on several fronts: Ohm's personality is incredibly cynical; he's a bitter and pedantic guy, and although it might seem contradictory, this adds a touch of humor to the story because his interactions with him are pure gold. Secondly, in addition to being a horror film, it delves into the detective aspect, searching for clues and answers, which is really cool.
Besides the fact that there's a specific part of the film where the protagonist seems to be in an escape room trying to figure out how to solve the puzzle, if we add the fear/horror factor, the combination is top-notch. And lastly, there's the supernatural element, which is very present because, yes, there's something paranormal about that place. When you combine all of this, the result is spectacular. The horror scenes are very well done, the jump scares are very effective, and the images that evoke horror can truly generate fear. I also think that the atmosphere throughout the film is unsettling; you know that something is happening, or worse, you know that there's something strange always watching.
Anyway, I know it won't be the best horror film of the year, because there are others generating a lot of buzz, but it's a very good one and deserves to be seen. It has everything to be considered a good horror film. I give it 8/10. Adam Scott's performance is top-notch, and the backstory of his character and everything he ends up experiencing on a personal level with past traumas make for a pretty decent ending. I'll leave the trailer here for you to check out.
¡Un abrazo a todos, nos vemos en la próxima!
Well folks, that's all for today. I hope you enjoyed it.
¡Hugs to everyone, see you next time!
En lo personal pienso que esta buena pero es algo lenta, Ohmn es insoportable y eso me gusta, pero el tema de la bruja y tambien Jack pense que le ivan a dar mas importancia, iwal me gusto pero tampoco es una pelicula que volveria a ver varias veces 😎
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