
Review: 'Hokum' Praised as Haunting Folk Horror Film
Irish writer-director Damian McCarthy's film 'Hokum' is described as a haunting folk horror film filled with jump scares, showcasing McCarthy's skill in suspense.
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Irish writer-director Damian McCarthy's film 'Hokum' is described as a haunting folk horror film filled with jump scares, showcasing McCarthy's skill in suspense.

Actor Adam Scott recounted his experience auditioning for "Hellraiser 6" despite his character having been killed off in "Hellraiser 4," hoping the casting team wouldn't notice. He shared this anecdote about needing a job at the time.
Film critic Wendy Ide shares her recommendations for various films, including 'Wild Foxes', 'Hokum', and 'Swapp...', in The Observer.

The highly anticipated sequel, "The Devil Wears Prada 2," has been released in cinemas, reuniting its cast and featuring new music on its soundtrack. Reviews for the film have been mixed, with some critics noting it lacks the original's impact.

Adam Scott, starring in the upcoming horror film “Hokum,” shared his thoughts on how the sitcom 'Parks and Recreation' would be "slightly different" if set during the Trump era, suggesting America "may have lost what was left of its innocence."

Robert De Niro has been announced to star in an upcoming Netflix thriller, where he will portray a serial killer.

A review describes "Hokum" as a "hokey, everything-at-once horror salad" with too many disparate ingredients, suggesting a muddled experience.

Following the horror film, Hokum, Adam Scott turns up in another genre entry premiering at this week’s SXSW film festival in Texas.

The first trailer for the latest horror film from ‘Oddity’ and ‘Caveat’ director Damian McCarthy, has been unveiled, showing Adam Scott as a novelist drawn into a haunted Irish inn and a mystery tied to a witch haunting its honeymoon suite

Actor Adam Scott discusses his role in the Irish horror film 'Hokum' and his attraction to playing unpleasant characters in an interview with the film's star and director.

The sequel "The Devil Wears Prada 2" achieved significant box office success during its opening weekend, securing the top spot in North American charts and earning millions globally. The film's strong debut indicates a successful return for the franchise.

Director Damian McCarthy revealed the inspiration behind the supernatural horror movie "Hokum," starring Adam Scott, which incorporates a folk horror twist on an 82-year-old Disney classic.

Director Damian McCarthy, known for his horror films, presents his most ambitious work, "Hokum," a horror film based on Irish folklore.

The new rural horror film "Hokum," starring Adam Scott, has garnered reviews praising its eerie atmosphere and suggesting Scott's suitability for more horror roles. Critics describe Scott's performance as dour and grumpy but enjoyable.
A review from The Times praises 'Hokum' as a terrifying hotel horror, drawing comparisons to the classic film 'The Shining.'
Actor Adam Scott shared his positive experiences filming his recent supernatural horror film 'Hokum' in West Cork, expressing his fondness for the region.

Adam Scott and writer/director Damian McCarthy talk Hokum and how the new folk horror movie gave the Emmy nominee a return to his rare villain work.

The Overlook Film Festival has announced the initial lineup for its 10th annual edition in New Orleans. The first wave lineup of the horror festival includes 41 films (21 features and 26 shorts) from seven countries, as well as immersive experiences, live presentations and horror-themed celebrations. This year’s opening night film is Curry Barker’s “Obsession,” […]

Actor Adam Scott and director Damian McCarthy delve into the complexities of playing an 'irredeemable' protagonist in their new folk horror film, Hokum.

A list of ten witch horror movies is recommended for viewers who enjoy folklore-inspired horror, with one film highlighted as a must-watch.

Adam Scott, known for "Severance," stars in the new psychological horror film "Hokum," which is now showing in theaters.

An analysis explains the ending of 'Hokum', detailing what haunts Adam Scott's character Ohm and the significance of the witch in the narrative.

A new review for the film 'Hokum' praises its nearly flawless horror, creepy atmosphere, and great scares, further detailing Adam Scott's performance as he is terrorized in a haunted Irish hotel.

The horror thriller 'Hokum,' based on Irish folklore and legends, is set to be released this Friday and is being called one of the darkest and most terrifying films of the year.

The final trailer for Damian McCarthy's folk horror movie 'Hokum,' starring Adam Scott, has been released, revealing the film's terrifying monster.

In “Hokum,” a new supernatural horror outing from Irish filmmaker Damian McCarthy, an American writer, Ohm Bauman (Adam Scott), finds himself on the verge of finishing his popular book series about a…

Neon has released the new trailer for Hokum, the upcoming horror movie from Damian McCarthy starring Adam Scott and set to make its debut at SXSW.