A subgenre, movies with this attribute are set in small towns, countryside, farms, forests and natural landscapes. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, folk horror is unsettling, and often has ancient rituals, family traditions or deep supersticions.
Corin Hardy’s Whistle (2026) starring Dafne Keen and Sophie Nélisse revives cursed-artifact horror with Olmec mythology and teen angst. Streaming on Shudder March 3, this supernatural thriller borrows from Final Destination but lacks originality. Read Mother of Movies’ full review.
Jonas Odenheimer’s NFT: Cursed Images (2026) merges cryptocurrency culture with supernatural horror.
2026 is a landmark year for horror. Mother of Movies breaks down the upcoming horror movies 2026 has in store, from Robert Eggers’ Werwulf to Evil Dead Burn, Backrooms, and They Will Kill You. Confirmed release dates and ones to watch for. Updated quarterly.
Is the Until Dawn movie a faithful adaptation? Mother of Movies breaks down the wendigos, the time loops, and Peter Stormare’s explosive performance in this 2025 horror release.
Tatiana Maslany shines in Keeper (2025), a visually stunning but narratively loose folk horror from Osgood Perkins. Mother of Movies dissects the confusing lore and that wild ending.
Nuhash Humayun’s DUI SHAW, a horror anthology series and TV show premiered at Fantasia Film Festival 2025. Tales of sin, fate, psychological torment, and artistic expression, all wrapped in a gritty, humorous, and visually stunning package. This Bangladeshi genre film is a must-watch for those who crave thought-provoking, non-spoilery cinematic experiences.
