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Hokum
2026 107 min United States of America, Ireland, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong R 18+
★7.3
Horror
Director: Damian Mc Carthy
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Description
When novelist Ohm Bauman retreats to a remote inn to scatter his parents' ashes, he is consumed by tales of a witch haunting the honeymoon suite. Disturbing visions and a shocking disappearance forces him to confront dark corners of his past.
Budget:
$5M
Worldwide:
$23.5M
Starring
Adam Scott
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Peter Coonan
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David Wilmot
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Key opinion
Hokum is a polarizing entry in Damien McCarthy’s filmography, praised by many for its masterful blend of Irish atmosphere and immersive, detail-oriented storytelling. However, critics are divided on the film's narrative execution, with some finding the transition from mystery to resolution clunky and overly reliant on predictable tropes.
| Production | The film excels at building an unsettling, immersive atmosphere through its use of remote Irish landscape and plausible, dim lighting. | |
| Direction | Damien McCarthy successfully integrates horror elements with detective mystery, showcasing a personal and distinct directorial signature. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay's transition from a compelling, mysterious setup to a simplistic resolution feels jarring and leaves several supernatural elements underdeveloped. | |
| Acting | Opinions on Adam Scott’s performance are split; some view his nuanced portrayal as vulnerable and effective, while others find the character flat and lacking a clear arc. |