The host of a popular paranormal podcast is sent hidden messages within anonymous recordings, unleashing a demonic presence that is impossible to escape in this nerve-shredding nightmare that haunts long after the last echo fades.
- Garrett Wilkins3日前Undertone demonstrates how far a compelling idea and disciplined filmmaking can stretch a modest budget. Writer-director Ian Tuason builds his debut around an inspired premise: a paranormal podcast host caring for her dying mother begins receiving increasingly disturbing audio recordings whose haunting events begin mirroring her own reality. Rather than relying on elaborate visuals or conventional jump scares, the film places extraordinary confidence in its sound design, allowing unseen voices, subtle distortions, and oppressive silence to generate much of its unease. Nina Kiri anchors the film with a restrained performance that convincingly conveys mounting isolation and psychological exhaustion, while Tuason's decision to keep nearly every other character off-screen gives the story an intimacy that distinguishes it from more traditional supernatural horror. Unfortunately, Undertone never develops that remarkable premise into an equally compelling narrative. Once the central mystery is established, the film falls into a repetitive rhythm that gradually diminishes the effectiveness of its otherwise exceptional sound design, and its final act struggles to deliver a payoff worthy of the tension that precedes it. I found myself admiring the craftsmanship more than becoming fully invested in the story itself. Even so, this is the kind of ambitious independent horror that deserves appreciation for attempting something genuinely distinctive rather than settling for familiar genre formulas. It may rank among the lesser entries in A24's horror catalog, but its creative use of sound and unwavering commitment to its central concept make it an intriguing debut that leaves me more interested in Ian Tuason's future than completely satisfied by this particular film.
- Patrick Wai2026年6月21日What impressed me most was not the horror itself, but what the filmmakers managed to accomplish with so little. Kiri was asked to carry virtually the entire movie by herself and delivers a remarkably strong performance. With a limited budget, a tiny cast, and only a handful of locations, the filmmakers create an atmosphere that many larger productions fail to achieve. The secret weapon is the sound design. If possible, watch this with headphones. The director understands that what the audience imagines is often far more frightening than anything that can be shown on screen. Strange noises, distant sounds, and subtle audio cues create a sense of dread that lingers throughout the film. It reminded me of Iron Lung, another indie production that used limitations as strengths rather than weaknesses. The movie is undeniably slow, but I never found it boring. There are several genuinely creepy scenes, and the mystery is intriguing enough to keep pulling you forward. More importantly, the film gives you something to think about afterward. This is not a movie that neatly explains itself. It practically invites a rewatch. What surprised me most was how sad parts of it were. The scenes involving Evy’s ailing mother felt painfully authentic. Anyone who has cared for a sick parent or loved one will instantly recognize the isolation, exhaustion, fear, loneliness, loss of routine, and strange distortion of time that comes with being a caregiver. Those moments hit harder than any jump scare. One detail that stood out was Evy’s drinking. In that situation, alcohol would be the last thing most caregivers would want. There is simply too much responsibility and too much vigilance required. For her to start drinking suggests someone who is approaching a breaking point emotionally and mentally. The ending is intriguing, though I am still not entirely sure what to make of it. Whether that ambiguity is a strength or a weakness will depend on the viewer. Either way, it kept me thinking long after the credits rolled. A remarkably effective indie horror film that proves atmosphere, sound, and emotional authenticity can accomplish far more than a large budget.
- Zokkiie2026年6月16日I was genuinely impressed by this, especially considering the movie was made with such a small budget. It’s a great example of how atmosphere and creativity can matter more than expensive effects. The film creates a constant sense of unease, with a creepy feeling that sticks throughout. I found myself paying attention to every corner and every shot because it does a great job making you feel like something could be lurking anywhere. The biggest weakness is the final 20 minutes, where some of that carefully built tension starts to fall apart. It becomes more chaotic and loses the momentum it had going, making the ending feel a bit weaker than everything that came before. Still, the overall experience is much stronger than I expected. A genuinely creepy, well-crafted horror movie that gets a lot out of very little.
- Adam Azul2026年6月10日Undertone is a horror film directed by Ian Tuason and released by A24. I am often pleasantly surprised by the quality of horror films released by this studio, and this one is no exception. It does really great job at getting under your skin, relying on more auditory scares than visual ones. With a name like Undertone, it should not be a surprise how much sound plays an important part. From the screaming whistle of a tea kettle, to the ominous clicking of an analog clock, this film has sounds that can be truly unnerving. Even the usage of cellphone vibrations really drives home the point of the annoyances of the outside world that weigh down Nina Kiri’s character Evy as she struggles to cope with her ailing mom. Honestly, it was that aspect that hit home hard for me. Anyone who has witnessed the decline and death of a parent can understand the stress that Evy goes through. Coupling that with the strange phenomenon that starts to manifest around her really amps up the sense of dread. The plot centers around a podcast between Evy and her friend, where they delve into the strange and bizarre. During an episode, they begin to listen to some audio files sent to them by a mysterious email. As they progress, paranormal occurrences begin to occur. This idea brings a modern take to the trope of demonic conjuring while also giving a node to stories about cursed tapes. This aspect is done quite well, which is further reinforced by Evy’s skepticism towards the whole thing as she strives to poke holes in the occurrences. My only complaint would have to be the ending. It does leave things a bit ambiguous, which is fine, but I’d rather have seen and experienced more. Things just get ramped up to 10 before the film cuts to black which is a bit of a shame. Even so, the experience leading up to this was enjoyable and unique.
- Corey Burkes2026年4月14日Lord Almighty, I never thought I’d see such a slow burn horror movie. I know it is trying to do and I totally get how audio can be a sensation, but long minutes on one character just to listen to audio is not the way to go. This film starts off well and it’s great if you want something playing in the background since the audio does its job that way, but looking at this movie will make you sleepy. It’s incredibly dull. And I think the core problem is it’s trying to make a feature-length out of something that could’ve been just done well as a short and left as a short. One last thought: it’s films like this that justify my appreciation for streaming versus going to the theater. If I went to the movies and paid upwards of $50 plus including concession, I would be pissed.
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Undertoneは2026年3月13日に公開されました。
UndertoneはIan Tuasonが監督を務めました。
Undertoneの上映時間は1h 33mです。
UndertoneはDan Slater, Cody Calahanがプロデューサーを務めました。
The host of a popular paranormal podcast is sent hidden messages within anonymous recordings, unleashing a demonic presence that is impossible to escape in this nerve-shredding nightmare that haunts long after the last echo fades.
Undertoneの主要人物はEvy Babic (Nina Kiri), Justin (voice) (Adam DiMarco), Jessa (voice) (Keana Bastidas)です。
UndertoneはRと評価されています。
Undertoneはホラー, スリラー, サイエンスフィクション映画です。
Undertoneは、視聴者によって10点満点中5点をつけられています。
Undertoneの予算は$50万です。
Undertoneの興行収入は$2161.1万です。