Junior

A grotesque coming-of-age body horror that channels adolescent alienation through twisted, practical-effects-driven transformation.

• Practical effects reminiscent of David Cronenberg’s early work lend visceral weight to the protagonist’s disturbing mutations.
• A rare entry in the teen body horror subgenre that centers a young, gender-nonconforming lead navigating physical and emotional upheaval.
• Captures the raw awkwardness and anxiety of puberty with a nightmarish lens—perfect for fans of unsettling, character-driven horror.
• Low-budget indie grit sometimes undermines pacing, but the film’s commitment to practical gore and mood makes it a cult curiosity worth seeking out.