Shadow Puppets

A group of friends attending a remote cabin retreat find themselves terrorized by a series of unsettling events and a masked killer. As paranoia mounts and alliances fracture, they must uncover the dark secrets of the cabin and its inhabitants before they all become victims of the sinister 'Shadow Puppet' killer.

Shadow Puppets received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences, who praised its blend of horror and dark comedy, as well as the performances of its lead cast. However, some reviews noted that the plot occasionally became convoluted and predictable.

• Praised for its stylish direction and effective jump scares.

• The cast, particularly J.K. Simmons, delivers strong performances.

• Some found the narrative to be derivative of other slasher films.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's suspenseful atmosphere and the dark humor sprinkled throughout. Many appreciated the well-executed horror sequences and the final twist, though a segment of viewers felt the storyline lacked originality.

Director Taran Killam, known for his comedic background, deliberately sought to create a film that balanced genuine scares with moments of dark humor, a style he felt was underrepresented in contemporary horror.