Evil Lurks

This 1 hour and 44-minute supernatural horror film was a trip! It has a crazy hypnotherapist who is helping Kimberly, a troubled and haunted woman, overcome her past traumas. If you want to watch something different, ominous, dark and demonic; then this is the film for you! The characters are terrifying, well thought out, and they play their roles well. We find ourselves invested in the main character Kimberly. She has a daughter Erica, who was conceived after a brutal attack. Said girl is adopted by a family, Shawn and Tiffany. James, who plays an important role in the film, is the lead detective, after Harold the crazy hypnotists is murdered. There are a bunch of twists and turns as this movie progresses. The plot turns really enhance the film. I like the use of colour that helps to set the scene and push the narrative and storyline along, in a really interesting way. There are flashback scenes, visions, people lost in their trance like states. The colour red is a motif throughout the film. It also indicates when someone is in a trance. The sound effects and soundtrack music is top notch, and some of it was composed by Chris Shern, who is also one of the writers and main actors in the film, where he plays Harold. I really enjoyed the music as it overlaps the scenes in a very interesting way. They helped to enhance the scenes. The cinematography is great, as there are very intimate close-up shots, that explore emotion on their faces. There are some great horror scenes. The surrealism of this film is intense and captivating. There is a good amount of tension and suspense splattered throughout the film to keep you guessing what is going to happen. The blood moon is an interesting plot, as we see how this comes to mean something intriguing to the film, adding depth and layering to the storyline and the overall plot. The ending is maddening and not at all what I expected to happen! I really enjoy a good film with a few twists. Leaving us to ponder the outcome and it really shows the deplorable human condition at its very worse.

I would recommend this to any horror arthouse fans, and any filmmakers out there who want to see an exploration into the independent filmmaking sphere. This is a good one to add to the collection of horror movies.

Evil Lurks is a film that will have you laughing, gasping and hitting replay again and again. The mastermind behind this indie gem, Aaron Hawkins, is not only a talented filmmaker but also a snack for the eyes. He proves that independent cinema doesn't have to be boring, this film is a perfect example of that. It's a shame that some distributors passed on it, they missed out on a true masterpiece that will make you forget about all the mediocre movies out there. With a plot that will keep you guessing, a cast that will make you fall in love and a soundtrack that will make you want to dance, Evil Lurks is a must-watch for anyone who appreciates a good film. Don't be like those distributers, take a chance on this hidden gem and you won't regret it.

This movie is a trip. It's got supernatural elements, hypnotism elements. It's got a little back-and-forth Pulp-Fiction/Quentin-Tarantino-style. It's definitely an arthouse film. The best way to describe it is like a David Lynch film on bath salts. It's crazy. Reminded me a bit of Mulholland Dr. I really liked what they did with the camera work and the attention to detail that they had with this project. The acting is really good, the mood is exactly what it needs to be, and the pacing is just right. You won't get bored, that's for sure. This was extremely well done. If you like art-house films this is right up your alley!

Watched this movie a few nights ago with the family and instantly loved every minute of the film. The storyline and scenes were perfectly done and left us on the edge of our seats the whole time. I would highly recommend this movie to horror fans around the world. The actors in this film also did an amazing job. Hats off to Aaron and his crew for the amazing job they did putting this SOON TO BE masterpiece together. If you haven't seen this movie yet your missing out on one of the best new movies to hit the internet. Much respect to everyone involved and those that put the work into it. 1000/10 stars.

This film to me was top notch. What I truly love is most of not all independent films I watch take their own path. This one really messed with my mind. Great Visuals and a great story. I really do enjoy movies that mess with you mind and get ya thinking. Most of the actors did a fine job but I don't like judging actors since I'm not one and don't know what they have to go through to do what they do. The editing was great and the music really worked to set the mood. I think any fan of horror and independent films should watch this one. I don't feel anyone would be disappointed with it. Looking forward to more from the directors of this one!!!

-Grandpa the Nerd.