Prowadząca „pełen grozy” podcast, która wprowadza się do domu swojej umierającej matki, by być jej główną opiekunką. Kiedy jej podcast otrzymuje 10 nagrań audio młodej pary w ciąży, doświadczającej paranormalnych dźwięków, uświadamia sobie, że historia kobiety jest odbiciem jej własnej, a każde nowe nagranie uderza w jej zdrowie psychiczne, wciągając ją w los, z którego nie może uciec.
- Garrett Wilkins2 lipca 2026Undertone 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 Wai21 czerwca 2026What 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.
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Wydźwięk was released on 13 marca 2026.
Wydźwięk was directed by Ian Tuason.
Wydźwięk has a runtime of 1 h 33 min.
Wydźwięk was produced by Dan Slater, Cody Calahan.
Prowadząca „pełen grozy” podcast, która wprowadza się do domu swojej umierającej matki, by być jej główną opiekunką. Kiedy jej podcast otrzymuje 10 nagrań audio młodej pary w ciąży, doświadczającej paranormalnych dźwięków, uświadamia sobie, że historia kobiety jest odbiciem jej własnej, a każde nowe nagranie uderza w jej zdrowie psychiczne, wciągając ją w los, z którego nie może uciec.
The key characters in Wydźwięk are Evy Babic (Nina Kiri), Justin (voice) (Adam DiMarco), Jessa (voice) (Keana Bastidas).
Wydźwięk is rated R.
Wydźwięk is a Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi film.
Wydźwięk has an audience rating of 5 out of 10.
Wydźwięk had a budget of 500 tys. USD.
Wydźwięk has made 21,6 mln USD at the box office.