Film Jury

The Mortuary Assistant

On this episode of Film Jury, we dive into the upcoming adaptation of and why Kat, James, and Kristina absolutely loathed it. From the baffling creative decisions to the wasted potential of adapting one of the most genuinely unsettling indie horror games in recent years, the jury tears into what went wrong and why this adaptation completely missed the psychological dread that made the original game so effective. Was it bad casting? Weak writing? A total misunderstanding of the source material? Or did Hollywood once again prove that adapting horror games is far harder than studios think? Nothing is spared in this brutally honest breakdown as the Film Jury delivers its verdict.

The Autopsy of Jane Doe

In this episode of Film Jury, we put The Autopsy of Jane Doe on trial. What starts as a routine examination of an unidentified body quickly becomes something far more disturbing as layers of mystery, science, and the unexplained begin to collide inside the morgue. But the real question isn't just what happened to Jane Doe… it's whether the film itself holds up under scrutiny. We break down the storytelling, tension, pacing, and horror mechanics that drive the film, and challenge whether its reputation matches its execution. Is it truly a standout modern horror entry, or does it lean too heavily on atmosphere over substance? After deliberation, the jury returns with a unanimous decision: 3 Not Guilty verdicts. But not for the reasons you might expect.

The Grudge (2004)

We close out our month-long theme of movies we hated so much we had to dedicate an entire series to them… with a surprising twist. This week on Film Jury, new juror Shannon Scott steps in and selects The Grudge (2004), a film infamous for its eerie atmosphere, fragmented storytelling, and that unforgettable croaking curse. But what was meant to be another unanimous takedown didn't quite go as planned. While Shannon holds firm with a guilty verdict, both Kat and James break ranks and deliver a shocking not guilty, defending the film's mood, structure, and lasting impact on early 2000s horror. Is The Grudge a confusing mess or an underrated horror experiment that still gets under your skin? Tune in as we debate: * Whether the nonlinear narrative works or falls apart * The effectiveness of its atmosphere versus its storytelling * If this remake holds up or belongs in the "so bad it's bad" category Three jurors. One divisive horror film. A split verdict you won't see coming.

Ghost Ship (2002)

This week on Film Jury, we're stepping aboard the infamous Ghost Ship… and it doesn't take long before things go very, very wrong. Kristina, Kat, and James break down one of the early 2000s' most memorable horror openings, then dig into everything that follows, for better and mostly worse. From its slick style and wasted potential to the narrative choices that leave you questioning what could have been, the crew examines whether Ghost Ship is a misunderstood cult favorite or just another drifting relic of its era. The verdict? Kristina: Guilty Kat: Guilty James: Guilty A unanimous decision. Sentence: lost at sea. Tune in as we discuss why this film still sticks in people's minds… even if it doesn't fully hold together.

Subservience

This April, we're deep into our "movies so bad we had to build a theme around them" series… and this week might be the breaking point. Kat brought us Subservience, starring Megan Fox… and the jury is not okay. What should have been a sharp, thought-provoking sci-fi thriller instead spirals into a hollow, confused, bargain-bin imitation of better AI films. Flat performances, nonsensical character decisions, and a script that feels like it was generated and never edited… this one tested everyone's patience. James, Kristina, and Kat all came in ready to evaluate. They left united in frustration. Verdict: Guilty. Of wasting our time, insulting the genre, and making us question our life choices… and our friendship with Kat. If you've ever hate-watched a movie and needed validation, this episode is for you.