Adam Scott's "Hokum" Receives Horror Film Reviews

The new rural horror film "Hokum," starring Adam Scott, has garnered reviews praising its eerie atmosphere and suggesting Scott's suitability for more horror roles. Critics describe Scott's performance as dour and grumpy but enjoyable.

30 Apr, 06:00 — 30 Apr, 13:45

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Why this matters

Adam Scott, known for his comedic and dramatic roles in shows like 'Parks and Recreation' and 'Severance,' is venturing into the horror genre with 'Hokum.' This film's reception offers insight into his versatility and the potential for established actors to explore new cinematic territories.

Key entitiesAdam Scott Hokum Ireland

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Low (24/100)

2 sources— more sources would strengthen this score15/33

Spectrum spread— 1/5 buckets covered0/33

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Geographic diversity— 2 regions9/34

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The GuardianMostly Factual126d ago

Hokum review – Adam Scott dour and grumpy in enjoyably eerie rural horror

A writer’s retreat to the remote Irish hotel in which his parents spent their honeymoon brings him face-to-face with all manner of creepy goings-on in a gruesome and eccentric black-comic shocker Adam Scott has an unexpectedly dark, unsympathetic character to play in this black-comic supernatural horror which thumps you with some pretty efficient jump scares. He plays Ohm, a successful American writer brooding over the brutally nihilistic ending to his latest novel; he is also lonely, sliding...

By Peter Bradshaw

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rolling-stoneMostly Factual126d ago