Necromancer

In a remote, forgotten town, a series of brutal murders are being committed, each more disturbing than the last. As the body count rises, a desperate police detective finds himself drawn into a dark world of ancient rituals and demonic forces. He must confront the titular Necromancer before the town is consumed by an unspeakable evil.

Necromancer received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its underdeveloped plot and uneven pacing. However, some praised its atmospheric tension and the practical effects used in its more gruesome sequences.

• Packs a decent punch with its gore and atmosphere, but ultimately falls short.

• A slow burn that never quite ignites, relying too heavily on familiar horror tropes.

• The performances are a mixed bag, with some actors struggling to sell the material.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with many finding the film to be a serviceable, albeit unoriginal, horror flick. Some appreciated the creature design and jump scares, while others felt the story was too predictable and the dialogue lacking.

The film's director, Kodi Zene, reportedly drew inspiration from obscure folklore and occult texts for the movie's rituals and demonic lore.