August Underground
Directed by Fred Vogel3.547%
Two serial killers go on a murdering rampage as one films the outcome from behind a video camera.
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- Michael HeimgartnerMay 24, 2025Shock for the Sake of Shock – A Film Without Purpose August Underground has become a cult item among fans of extreme cinema, often cited as one of the most infamous examples of the fake-snuff subgenre. But make no mistake—this is not a film for a thoughtful movie night, nor is it the kind of trashy fun you might share with friends over beers. This is cinema stripped down to pure provocation, devoid of narrative, craft, or emotional engagement. Shot to resemble a deranged home video, August Underground delivers exactly what it promises: degradation, torture, and depravity, stitched together with little regard for storytelling or structure. There’s no plot to speak of, no character development, and no attempt at moral or thematic reflection. The entire experience is designed to mimic the raw aesthetics of found footage and push viewers beyond the boundaries of comfort. In that sense, it achieves what it sets out to do. But the question remains—why? As a younger viewer, I might’ve once found this kind of cinematic extremism fascinating—shocking for shock’s sake, a kind of endurance test. But with time and maturity, it becomes clear that provocation alone isn’t enough. A film, even an extreme one, should offer something—insight, subversion, or at least tension. Here, all we’re given is a string of grotesque images meant to repulse and disturb, without context or meaning. Fake-snuff films can serve as effective tools for boundary-pushing art when wielded thoughtfully. August Underground, however, seems uninterested in anything beyond nihilistic spectacle. It lacks suspense, acting, direction, and any real cinematic merit. The “realism” here isn’t immersive—it’s numbing. August Underground exists as a curiosity piece for genre completionists and shock-horror aficionados. It’s interesting as a project, but it offers little beyond its notoriety. Not entertaining, not thought-provoking—just empty shock. Watch it once, perhaps, to say you did. Then move on.
- Joey ThorinFebruary 8, 2025Holy snuff film. This is great for people who love horror and extreme gore. This was a good underground gem to find. 5⭐️
