The Moors

This is a deliciously entertaining folk-horror, and an ode to the creepiness of the desolate Yorkshire Moors.

There's some stomach-churning practical VFX work which I was really impressed by, along with some great sickening sound design and an ominous score to bolster all the kills-of which there are many...

Atmospheric and unsettling, the film though never forgets to throw in a few laughs along the way that had me chuckling. I found the direction to be solid, with some really compelling uses of twisting 'Dutch angles' and 'overhead' shots-which were very unique.

I particularly enjoyed the films 'reverse'-structure and a great nighttime sequence in the middle involving two joiners; great natural chemistry from actors Danny Cunningham and Sebastian Storey.

A fun indie horror, with mixes of 'Dog Soldiers' and 'An American Werewolf in London'. I'd love to see what this director could do with a bigger budget!

To get straight to the point instead of spoiling the film.

This gets more done in its short runtime than most films do at full length.

It is so nice these days to be able to put something on that's bite-sized that doesn't waste your time and entertains, which the moors manages to do and it does it so well

Amazing practical effects coupled with some excellent cinematography and sound, the moors is the perfect example of a good old fashioned, straight to the point horror film.

Everyone who is involved should take a bow as you made this very hard to please horror fan smile.

Sorry for the punny title of the review 😆

In a county famed for its glorious moorland, where better to stage a werewolf movie. The Moors hits the mark in every way, slick soundtrack that builds the tension, a local cast with accents to match, superb practical effects and a storyline at the heart of every community. It has humour, tension and gore in abundance which made me jump on several occasions. It's hard to believe so much is squeezed into a short movie but the fast pace helps carry the story to a thrilling conclusion , making you wish the film was longer, though the end credit scene is a welcomed finale. The cast and crew deserve heaps of praise in delivering this on such a small budget, I'm sure it'll be a huge success.

The Moors by Adam Mawson is a refreshing return to traditional horror, harkening back to the days of practical effects and makeup.

Set in a country village plagued by a werewolf, the film skillfully blends horror with a dash of comedy, creating an engaging narrative that keeps you invested throughout. The story is simple but effective, leaning into classic horror tropes while adding its own unique flavor. My only gripe is that the film's short runtime leaves you wanting more.

The sound design is fantastic, contributing to the film's eerie atmosphere. Every growl is carefully crafted to send shivers down your spine, complemented by clever camera angles that build tension and keep the viewer on edge. The soundtrack deserves special mention, particularly the original song "Fear the Grow".

Overall, The Moors is a must-watch for fans of classic horror. It's a short, sharp, and satisfying slice of horror that leaves you hoping for more from Adam Mawson in the future.

I heard about this film as I live in the next village to where it is set and filmed and heard about it from local chat.

The film although short at only 30 minutes long is 30 minutes of tension and horror. The location is perfect for a film of this genre and the drone footage at the beginning shows the area in all its creepy beauty and sets the mood perfectly.

Although clearly a "low budget" film, it doesn't feel it. I have watched many many films over the years of this type and found them to be a mixed bag and often forgettable but The Moors is not that and I will certainly watch it again. I will also look out for anything else from this director.