- Genre
- Documentary
- Year
- 2015
- Runtime
- 1h01
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How NOT to Make a Horror Film
Discover the hilarious pitfalls of making horror on a budget.
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Synopsis
"How NOT to Make a Horror Film" is a unique 2015 British documentary that delves into the trials and tribulations of indie horror filmmaking through the lens of Mathew J. Wilkinson, who serves as both director and protagonist. The film chronologically follows Wilkinson’s journey as he attempts to create a horror movie on a shoestring budget, offering an insightful and often humorous look at the pitfalls, challenges, and realities faced by emerging filmmakers in the horror genre. Blending behind-the-scenes footage, candid interviews, and self-reflective commentary, it exposes the multitude of obstacles — from casting woes to financial constraints — that can derail creative vision. This meta-narrative not only serves as a cautionary tale but also celebrates the passion and perseverance required to make horror cinema despite considerable odds.
Reviews
Critical reception of "How NOT to Make a Horror Film" has been generally positive among niche audiences and horror enthusiasts for its honest and self-deprecating portrayal of low-budget filmmaking. On IMDb, the film holds a rating around 6.3/10, reflecting mixed to favorable user reviews that applaud its authenticity and the relatable struggle it captures. Fans appreciate the documentary's humor and candidness, describing it as "a refreshingly transparent look at indie horror production". However, some critics note that the film's appeal is somewhat limited to viewers already interested in filmmaking or horror genre mechanics, with less engagement for casual viewers expecting traditional documentary storytelling. Rotten Tomatoes does not currently have an aggregated score for this film, indicating a lack of widespread critical reviews. Metacritic also lacks entries for the film, pointing to its status as a cult or niche documentary rather than a mainstream release. Overall, reviewers have highlighted the movie's charm and instructional value, praising Wilkinson’s openness about the learning curve involved in horror film production, while acknowledging its uneven pacing and limited production values consistent with the film’s themes.
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