Noseeums – FrightFest 2025 Movie Review
First Reaction – Noseeums is a racial driven horror thriller with creepy moments.
Where to Watch
Noseeums will have its UK Premiere at FrightFest 2025 on 23rd August.
Director: Raven Carter
Writer: Jason-Michael Anthony, Hendreck Joseph (Screenplay)
Cast
- Aleigha Burt
- Jasmine Gia Nguyen
- Tabby Getsy
- Jessie Roddy
- Trisha Arozqueta
Storyline: Initially, a relaxing spring break vacation turns into a terrifying ordeal as an old and vengeful entity resurfaces from below, and a haunting past that stubbornly persists in its undead state.
Runtime: 1 Hour 20 Minutes
There may be spoilers in the rest of the review
Journey Begins – Noseeums
The narrative commences with Ember (Burt) embarking on a road trip accompanied by Tessa (Nguyen), Abigail (Getsy), and Lexi (Roddy). Throughout their adventure, tensions rise among the friends as Ember encounters racial prejudice from various individuals. Weighing down on the challenges, she simultaneously harbors a sense of superiority towards those around her.
As the journey progresses, Ember encounters more significant issues that cause trouble for her. Yet, uncovering the truth takes her along a troubling route concerning the house’s past.
Verdict on Noseeums
Recap
The film centers around a group of companions enjoying their spring getaway at an isolated vacation home. Yet, their relaxing trip quickly spirals into horror as one friend uncovers the house’s dark history and confronts racially charged behavior in the area.
Best Parts
The nerve-wracking instances are unsettling yet intriguing as they bring history to life, making the story more impactful. Remarkable acting from the cast shines through as they navigate social and racial issues. The narrative also touches upon broader discussions about race relations, offering thought-provoking insights without resorting to aggressive speech. It shares similarities with the film Get Out in its approach to racial themes, but instead of confrontational language, it encourages understanding people beyond their skin color.
Worst Parts
The core of this friendship seems doubtful from the start. There’s always a sense that these individuals don’t truly connect with each other due to their interactions. Additionally, there are areas where improvements could be made concerning the quality and appropriateness of what they use.
Final Thoughts – Noseeums is a disturbing, racial driven horror.
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2025-08-24 10:38