V/H/S
Found footage horror anthology with chilling tales

About V/H/S
Released: 2012
Platform: Hulu
Rating: R
Run time: 1h 56m
Cast
Calvin Reeder, Lane Hughes, Adam Wingard, Hannah Fierman, Mike Donlan
About V/H/S (2012)
V/H/S is a found footage anthology film. It's a chilling mix of original horror shorts, each directed by different acclaimed directors. The film is about a group of misfits hired by an unknown third party to burglarize a desolate house and acquire a rare tape. They are surprised when they discover more than one odd video cassette.
Making / Production
The movie is a collaboration between several leading horror directors. It was conceived as an attempt to bring back the vibe of old-school horror anthology shows. The film blurs the line between fiction and reality, using the found footage style to its benefit.
Actors
- Calvin Reeder as Gary - Reeder delivers a memorable performance as one of the gang members looking for the tape.
- Lane Hughes as Zak - Lane Hughes' portrayal of Zak is hauntingly effective, creating an eerie atmosphere.
- Adam Wingard as Brad - Wingard plays Brad, whose unsuspecting nature adds to the thrill of the movie.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The movie is composed of five individual segments, each directed by different directors.
- V/H/S premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival.
- Due to its graphic nature, reportedly, a few viewers fainted during the premiere of the movie.
Quotes
- “You know why you're not scared right now? Because you think there’s rules. You think it's like a haunted house.”
- “You're already dead, you just don't know it yet.”
- “I like you.”
Music, Soundtrack
- The film features an ominous, low-key score by various artists that adds to its chilling atmosphere.
- A mixture of electronic and instrumental music builds suspense and dread throughout the film.
- The music and sound effects play a crucial role in the effective scares of the movie.

About V/H/S
V/H/S is a horror anthology film where burglars discover a collection of disturbing home videos in a house they're robbing.