Deadstream (2022)
9/10
Brilliant fun, and a near perfect film from newb filmmakers.
17 October 2022
This comedy-horror film is a must-see fun ride, just in time for Halloween season. Husband and wife duo Joseph and Vanessa Winter co-wrote, co-produced, co-directed, etc, with Joseph also in the starring role, and this guy is legit hilarious.

Although nothing revolutionary in the comedy-horror genre, for a low budget B-film by newb filmmakers, this is about as good as it gets. Mixing traditional horror comedy scares with social media technology and critique, makes this little witty gem a wildly fun and surprisingly smart entry into a heavily saturated genre.

The pacing was perfect for the very comfortable 87 min runtime, of which every minute was a laugh, thrill, or scare. Even the special effects, rudimentary prosthetics and gore were on point.

This is one of those films you'll want to for sure watch every Halloween, if not more often, even if just to read the live social commentary by the character's online viewers. You'll be on the floor laughing at the variety of viewer comments and Shawn's reaction and replies. Mad props and applause to the Winter's for this little gem. Hopefully we get a part two soon. It's a well deserved 9/10 from me.
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