Cuckoo

Synopsis: Seventeen-year-old Gretchen reluctantly leaves America to live with her father at a resort in the German Alps. Plagued by strange noises and bloody visions, she soon discovers a shocking secret that concerns her own family.

Movie Review:

"Cuckoo," directed by Timan Singer, is a new original horror film that offers an enjoyable, bizarre, and suspenseful experience. What really stood out to me was Hunter Schafer's portrayal of Gretchen, a rebellious seventeen-year-old who is both likable and relatable. Her performance truly shines as she navigates the terrifying events unfolding around her. The mystery surrounding the resort adds to the creepy and intense atmosphere, with Marton Csokes and Jessica Henwick delivering compelling performances as Gretchen's parents, who are easy to hate due to their selfishness. Dan Stevens steals the show as Herr Konig, the resort manager, with his unhinged and over-the-top performance that is both wacky and entertaining. The third act of the film is wild and insane, making for one of the weirdest finales I've seen all year. My main gripe with the movie is the unanswered questions left lingering at the end, leaving me wanting more and feeling a bit confused. The attempt to establish a mythology and lore fell flat for me, as it was uninteresting. Despite these flaws, "Cuckoo" remains a fun and original horror movie with dynamic, crazy, and intense moments, along with standout performances from the cast. I'd give it a solid 3.5/5 stars.

Director: Timan Singer

Cast: Hunter Schafer, Marton Csokas, Jessica Henwick, Mila Lieu, Greta Fernadez, Astrid Bergas-Frisbey, Proschat Madani and Dan Stevens

Runtime: 103 Minutes