Cuckoo
After reluctantly moving to the German Alps with her father and his new family, Gretchen discovers that their new town hides sinister secrets, as she's plagued by strange noises and frightening visions of a woman pursuing her.
Why it matters
A moody, slow-burning folk horror that trades on Alpine isolation and creeping dread to unsettle more than shock.
- Hunter Schafer’s quiet, intense performance anchors a story that leans heavily on atmosphere over payoff.
- Tilman Singer crafts a strikingly eerie Bavarian setting that recalls European folk horror traditions without fully committing.
- Fans of deliberate, mood-driven horror rooted in place and folklore will find something to savor here—if they can tolerate the sluggish pacing.
- The film’s murky narrative and uneven tension mean it won’t satisfy those craving a clear mystery or a strong scare climax.
Director
2 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
83
Psychological
100
Supernatural
40
Creature
0
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
85
Survival
17
GriefTime Loop
