Marshmallow
Directed by Daniel DelPurgatorio5.991%79%
At a secluded summer camp, timid and introverted 12-year-old Morgan is thrust into a waking nightmare when a once-fabled campfire tale becomes real. As a mysterious figure descends upon the camp, Morgan and his newfound friends must embark on a treacherous journey and uncover a sinister reality buried beneath the surface.
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Marshmallow Ratings & Reviews
- Sidney WatsonJuly 28, 2025The movie cover is a strong 10 some of the camera quality esthetic 10 acting and storyline horrible a 0
- Kevin WardJuly 25, 2025Pretty solidly entertaining pseudo camp slasher that plays with some of the genre tropes. Kind of an interesting watch because some moments that didn’t work for me in real-time get re-contextualized in the final act, which I liked. But the final act is a little bit too exposition heavy for my liking. Probably needed more kills, but that usually my criticism of all slashers.
- PacoSanchez1970June 20, 2025Beyond awful and employs one of the stupid new trends of having music constantly in the background that is mostly grating on your nerves. Stupid , stupid , stupid. I feel I should sue someone for making it.
- RickJuly 20, 2025Not the Horror I Expected I gave this movie about 45 minutes, hoping for something genuinely scary—a good jump scare, or anything to pique my interest. With its summer camp and younger cast, I thought it might have a Stranger Things, It, or even a Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark vibe. Instead, I was just bored. I ended up skipping to the last 15 minutes. While that left me with some unanswered questions, I honestly didn't care enough to go back and finish it. I'm baffled by its high ratings; this shouldn't even be classified as horror. Maybe a sci-fi drama, but there was absolutely nothing thrilling about it. All I really gathered was that it was about a bullied kid at summer camp. If you're looking for a horror thrill ride, I'd give this one a hard pass.
- FigueiragamesJuly 1, 2025This films start slow but have a great plot twist and ending a line a lot
- AMI_biosJune 23, 2025Marshmallow is definitely one of the movies of all time. Very generic horror film. Obnoxious music, child actors. Recommend this film to people you don't like.
- Allie TranJuly 1, 2025I did not expect for this movie to make me cry. Beautiful soundtrack and great acting. The horror aspect was a bit lacking for me but I now realize this is more of a sci-fi film.
- joshuabuckley871June 22, 2025This movie starts out really slow. It leaves you wondering what is actually going on, and just as it's tarts to come together it's over. The last ten minutes of the movie were decent. The annoying music playing in the background was a major turn off.
- SpoonsJune 21, 2025Creepy camp horror with big ideas and a killer vibe. But it ends just as it gets going. Could’ve been great if it stuck the landing.
- ricomckeeJune 22, 2025This is a throwback yet modern take on the Camp Horror movie blending elements of several inspirational classics like Stepford Wives, Friday the 13th, Nightmare on Elem St., as well as others. Reliance on such a young cast works here. The twist, I did not see but makes some sense and minor social commentary. Downfall- it’s a bit messy. It’s not concise and once you think about it for more than 20sec… it begins to unravel. However, a good start and worth the time for some decent gore.
- jackmeatJune 19, 2025My quick rating - 6.9/10. Marshmallow kicks off with a bone-chilling dream sequence: a child is tossing and turning while his bed is slowly being engulfed in water, only to see that water is spewing from an open wound in his chest. It's the kind of opening that grabs your throat and whispers, “This isn’t just a campfire story.” And it's not. What starts as a standard camp-set horror film slowly transforms into something much more unexpected. Twelve-year-old Morgan (Kue Lawrence), shy, socially awkward, and clearly out of place among the louder, rougher kids, is our guide through this waking nightmare. He’s the target of relentless bullying, and the film doesn’t sugarcoat the meanness of children—or people in general. While I don't recall summer camp being quite this cruel when I was nine or ten, I wouldn't be shocked to hear some kids got their asses kicked behind the mess hall. Marshmallow taps into that uncomfortable truth about childhood: kids can be vicious, and isolation at that age feels like the end of the world. The film builds its early tension on these dynamics—loneliness, fear, and the sinister air around a local legend passed down through generations of counselors. When the mysterious figure of that fable finally appears, it triggers a frantic unraveling of what we thought we were watching. But this isn't a slasher. Not really. I wish I could say more, but Marshmallow hinges on a genre shift that’s better left unspoiled. That twist, and the journey to get there, is part of what makes this film stand out. Morgan’s recurring nightmares become more meaningful as the true nature of the threat is revealed. By the final act, pieces you thought were throwaway details suddenly click into place. Is it a little improbable? Sure. But it’s also clever, and if you don’t overthink it, it’s a surprisingly engaging ride. The young cast does a commendable job carrying the story. Each camper feels distinct, and their performances feel natural rather than forced. Dirk/Doink (Max Malas) is an unlikely hero to root for and Pilar (Kai Cech) is so adorably sarcastic, you cannot help but root for the whole gang. Daniel DelPurgatorio directs with a steady hand, letting the horror breathe instead of rushing the scares. There's restraint here, which makes the eventual shift in tone all the more effective. And yes, Paul Soter, best known for his comedic work with Broken Lizard, pops up in an unexpected and serious role. It’s odd at first, but somehow it works. The explanation for what’s really going on could have used a little tightening. A few lines of dialogue or a more focused reveal would have helped sell the twist more clearly. Still, the groundwork is solid, and the film ends on a note that all but screams for a sequel. If they follow through and stick with the same tone and creativity, that sequel could be something really special. Especially if they follow the level of violence presented right before the credits. In the end, Marshmallow isn’t perfect, but it’s smarter than it looks and more ambitious than you’d expect. Don’t go in expecting pure slasher carnage. Let it surprise you. Just… maybe don’t fall asleep near the fire.
