Horror Short Review: The Rug (2026)
The Rug is a fantastic example of collaboration in horror, and how age should never be a barrier to filmmaking.
The Rug is a fantastic example of collaboration in horror, and how age should never be a barrier to filmmaking.
The third entry in ACMofficial’s Don’t Play with Dolls shorts is a great example of how a continuing series from creator Alex Magaña can feel fresh because it has forward momentum.
Written and edited by Seth Denton-Hughes, This is Not a Test is a solid horror short that has plenty of atmosphere, some scares, and a suitably dark ending.
An ambiguous story, abrupt ending, and lack of atmosphere makes it an unremarkable watch. Most will come away unimpressed.
Don’t Play with Dolls 2 comes from prolific horror short creator Alex Magaña aka ACMofficial, and stars Naiya Armour as Emma.
The Moths Will Eat Them Up is a psychological thriller/horror with an important message about women’s safety on public transport and not turning a blind eye to someone in need.
Did You Lock Your Door? is a short horror film written and directed by Corbin Jacobs. A low-budget and amateurish debut with enough compelling aspects to keep the viewer engaged.
Written, edited, shot and directed By Tyson Edwards, Look Closer is a disconcerting horror short that stars Thompson Sewell as The Painter.