1st Summoning
Four student filmmakers set out to explore an abandoned building famous for its connection with the occult, but as their journey becomes littered with strange behavior and unexplained phenomena, it becomes clear the horror they are attempting to document may already be lurking among them.
Why it matters
A found-footage dive into occult dread where paranoia and supernatural unease bleed into each other, blurring the line between investigator and victim.
- Nails the claustrophobic tension of a tight-knit group unraveling under unseen forces.
- Practical effects and shadowy visuals keep the scares grounded and unsettling.
- Perfect for fans of slow-burn folk horror mixed with occult mystery—think The Blair Witch meets The Void.
- Not flawless—some pacing lags and familiar tropes surface—but it’s a solid entry in the indie occult niche that rewards patient viewers.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
50
Psychological
43
Supernatural
80
Creature
0
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
0
Survival
50
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