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I recently watched the UK film 🇬🇧 Daddy's Head (2024) on Shudder. The story follows a young man living with his stepmother after the tragic death of his father. As they both struggle to cope with their loss, a strange figure emerges from the woods, claiming to be the boy's father. But what is buried in the woods, and is this really his father?

The film is written and directed by Benjamin Barfoot (Double Date) and stars Julia Brown (Shetland), Rupert Turnbull (Scrooge: A Christmas Carol), Nila Aalia (The Commuter), and Charles Aitken (Happy Death Day).

This film had a lot of potential. The casting and performances were spot on, and the settings, cinematography, and props effectively created a moody, atmospheric backdrop. The psychological struggles of the main characters felt authentic, making their vulnerability palpable. However, despite the buildup, the villain or supernatural presence never fully takes over the film as you'd expect. The best horror elements come from the eerie sound effects of the creature, but even that isn't enough to carry the tension. The ending is especially disappointing, as it leaves you waiting for a climactic moment that never happens.

In conclusion, Daddy's Head has all the ingredients to be a great horror film, but it never quite delivers. I'd rate it a 5/10 and recommend giving it a pass.

This movie starts with a good premise and really builds the tension. I think the two leads here are doing some great work here. I really loved that we saw less of the creature - that really built the suspense of what is it. The ending felt rushed and motivations of the characters seemed off. I think there was a lot of unanswered questions about what the creature was and why now. What did it want? The location and camera work really save this film. Overall I was creeped out and invested the entire time. I think if you're looking for a decent horror film with the spooky atmosphere you should check this one out.

At first, I was a bit skeptical about this movie because the first 25 minutes were not particularly entertaining. It didn't give me much to work with, and the characters were not very interesting. The drama also didn't hit as hard, as we've seen movies with tragic deaths of loved ones a million times before. However, after the first encounter with the threat that Isaac-and especially Laura-have to deal with throughout the movie, I was hooked. Every time this entity appeared on screen, I was mesmerized by its design and movement. It felt like something new, not the typical evil you see in every third horror movie nowadays.

As the relationship between Laura and Isaac escalated, the drama worked more for me. Imagining the grief and pain that come after the death of a loved one under these circumstances was harrowing. The movie also has some really interesting visuals that look unique and engaging. The acting was decent, though nothing extraordinary, but Rupert Turnbull definitely succeeded in making me very annoyed with his portrayal of a grieving Isaac.

In the end, I had a rather good time watching this, and even though it's not spectacular, I would recommend giving it a try. [6.1/10]

By the halfway point, this film had done little to captivate. Pushed through hoping for more, but apart from the slightest case of the creeps there was nothing.

Pros: The concept. Creepy monster adopts the face of a recently deceased loved one to lure relatives to its lair. Potential for days.

Creature design (barely). Unfortunately, we're given barely a glimpse of the thing, which is a pity because it's the best thing about this film.

Cons: The acting. From underacted to overacted to downright wooden, none of the performances did anything to hold my attention.

The characters. No redeeming factors, nothing to elicit sympathy. Two dimensional. The predominant feeling is one of dislike. When you don't care if the characters live or die, what's the point of watching any more?

The monster. What is it? Where does it come from? What does it want? In the end, I was only holding on for answers to these questions, and I got nothing.

The pacing. Paint dries quicker.

I get the sense they were trying for some grand metaphor, but overall it fell pretty short. After everything, the ending feels pointless.

Disappointing.

Laura (Julia Brown) inherits a house in the middle of the woods from her late husband. Her young stepson Isaac refuses to talk to her. Her husband insisted on being buried with his previous wife on the property. They find an unusual wooden structure in the woods.

I like the isolation and the brooding moodiness. It starts with a good concept. There is good potential for a horror thriller. They could do more with the guardianship. They could also do more with the woods. If he gets lost in the woods overnight, the threat of losing guardianship could rise. In the end, the movie doesn't push beyond a few good ideas and the general spooky vibes.

In case you're wondering, no, this is not a movie about a haunting, possession, zombie or another 'Pet Sematary'. There is a very subtle scene that edges more towards an alien movie, but its also not that kind of movie.

'Daddy's Head' revolves around the loss of a loved one. In this case, young Isaac is longing for his father, James, who passed away after a car accident. James recently got married to Laura, now Isaac's stepmother. When James dies, Laura considers sending Isaac to an orphanage, because she is convinced Isaac "hates" her. The two of them don't really get along, and is aggravated by James' absence.

When something starts lurking around the house at night, Isaac is convinced it is his Dad, who has come back for him, although he looks different - he has the same head, but a different body. The 'creature' is creepy and the sound effects are very good and scary.

The characters are well set up to make their actions believable. Rupert Turnbull delivers a strong performance as Isaac, and we root for him even though we know he is in the wrong. And then there's Laura, who not only has to come to terms with the loss of her husband, but also having to deal with Isaac. She confides in her friend, Lucas, which causes more friction between them. Apart from the supernatural horror, this is also a character study.

Over-analyzing the film will result in too many questions, like why the creature chose Isaac, how did he manage to resemble James, and what did it stand to gain by misleading a young boy? Rather just sit back, and enjoy the film for the creepy ride and unpredictability, with jump scares galore!

What some have labelled a flaw I will call a feature.

The acting is tight. The sets beautiful.

The tone is menacing and the sense of dread is intriguing.

This is not apocalypse now or is it menat to be. For a horror it's great. The issue with any review is there is no qualifier to the type of movie the reviewer likes or the day they had when they watched it.

Many things are left unexplained. Many things that I enjoyed others felt frustrating. If you require all things explained and wrapped up in a bow this film is not for you. It doesn't make it bad just not your cup of tea. If you enjoy tone and setting and don't want to be bogged down by 60 minutes of boiler plate character development this is more for you.

I enjoyed the look feel and lack of pointless filler so many horror movies are bloated with. The filler is what some look for and enjoy along with a pablum-like exposition.

Good movie for some bad movie for others....

What can I say about this film? It is truly unique in its depiction of grief as a creature that uses the face of others . Bending those affected at will to do whatever this creature summons.

The actors are all well grounded in their role in this film particularly Julia brown who had some difficult moments to perform in this film . She effortlessly convinces you to sympathise with her character's situation.

There are plenty of dark moments in this film but it is specifically horrific in its basis , imagine a loved one not talking to u from an ouija board or a ghostly form wailing. But clear as day face to face and yet you can feel something is not quite real about them .

This form being in fact a viscous malicious predator.

A physical manifestation of your grief and desire to see them once more now inescapable and hunting you .

Quite frankly I feel this movie will go on to have a small but cult following, it reminded me of heredity significantly in its development gradually becoming more disturbing psychologically rather than with silly quick jump scares like most films .

Put in short .

It's dark , disturbing and gripping and definitely deserves more attention.

I'm a little disappointed and confused with how negative a lot of the reviews are. I went into this movie thinking it would be... well... a 5.6 star experience, but came out pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere was tense and eerie, the scares were effective, and there were a decent amount of creepy moments.

This leads me to believe that a lot of the people giving 5 or less stars do not know how to enjoy horror effectively. If you're watching this movie with a group of friends, or over drinks, or during a sunny day, then the scares and creepiness factor are going to be severely diminished. I watched this movie alone at night and there were legitimately terrifying moments (coming from a horror buff).

There are definitely a few short comings as others have mentioned but these really don't detract from the movie as much if you're in it for the scares and immerse yourself into the movie.

Decent horror movie, with good acting and good scares, 7/10.

Monster seemed cool, if you could see it. Acting not bad not great. Just a series of events with no story - the usual "deep" rubbish. I'm sure there's some grand overture about grief and relationships and etc etc. I can read a book written by professionals for deeper meanings of grief. If you can't translate those meanings into motion then you'd better have a good story - or apparently not a story at all as seems be the case with many films these days. AMBIGUITY IS NOT A STORY - A FILM IS NOT A MOVIE WITHOUT A STORY. It's just collections of thoughts. Everyone has thoughts big deal - tell a story! What a disappointing horror movie season. First Beezle now this. Lame lame lame.

Now, I always say, it ain't about a picture show havin' a story that's been told before. What matters is how they tell it. Pictures, they're all about spinning a yarn, see? It's a tradition passed down from our ancestors, gatherin' 'round a fire in them caves, tellin' tales and paintin' on the walls.

And that's where director/writer Benjamin Barfoot, he shows his stuff. "Daddy's Head," it ain't the first picture to tell this kind of story, and it don't pretend to be. But the way Barfoot handles it, with his camerawork and set design and sound, it's like he's pieced together a masterpiece outta bits and pieces. And the result, it's a picture that keeps you hooked from the first flicker to the last.

Now, gotta give credit where credit's due. Young Rupert Turnbull, he's a real find. Been trainin' himself since he was five years old, they say, on TV, in pictures, even on the stage at the National Theatre. There's scenes in this picture where he carries the whole thing on his shoulders.

This film, it follows in the footsteps of "The Babadook" and "Under the Skin," and does a mighty fine job of it. It's proof that SHUDDER, they're still churnin' out quality pictures to keep us entertained this year.

One of these days, I'm gonna buy myself an island and call it SHUDDER Island, and I'm gonna have SHUDDER pictures playin' there 24/7.

This folk horror film blends elements from "Come Play" and "The Babadook," primarily focusing on the grief experienced by a stepmother and her stepson, who struggle to communicate effectively.

The film handles the theme of grief sensitively, exploring the emotions and tensions that arise between the two characters.

Although the child can be highly irritable at times and the story unfolds in a wealthy environment, the film remains engaging and worthwhile.

A terrifying creature disrupts their healing process, adding a layer of fear to their journey. This supernatural entity emphasizes how isolating and challenging grief can be, enhancing the emotional impact of their story.

It took me a couple tries to finish this film as I thought the lead performances were better than the overall story. A woman's husband dies soon after marriage and she is tasked with taking care of her stepson, who never really liked her. Soon, her stepson starts interacting with a being who maybe doesn't exist but that he claims is his real father who lives in a strange structure near their home. As the son starts getting violent around her, the mother starts to think that her stepson may not balanced which leads her to start questioning her own sanity. I just kind of thought the film, overall, was okay mostly because I'd seen everything in the film done before and better in other films.

"Daddy's Head" promised a chilling tale of familial horror, but unfortunately, it delivers a predictable and underwhelming experience. The film's pacing is sluggish, and the plot unfolds at a snail's pace, leaving the audience feeling bored rather than unsettled.

The creature reveal, the centerpiece of any horror film, is particularly disappointing. It's a generic and uninspired design that fails to evoke any sense of fear or disgust, in fact, if you have seen a certain Blumhouse film this year, the creature almost looks like a carbon copy from that film. The creature's appearance is underwhelming, and its behavior is predictable and cliché.

The acting performances are serviceable but not particularly memorable. The characters feel one-dimensional, and their motivations are unclear. The film's dialogue is often stilted and unnatural, further hindering the audience's ability to connect with the story.

In conclusion, "Daddy's Head" is a missed opportunity. It fails to deliver on its promise of a terrifying and original horror film. The slow pacing, predictable plot, and underwhelming creature reveal make it a forgettable experience.

This is a decent horror film. Not groundbreaking, not paradigm shifting, not the greatest horror of a generation, just a solid, entertaining horror. Simple story, mostly tense, a few jump scares (not too many!) and above all, AN ENDING! Not a breathtaking twist or a brilliant explanation or anything, but it does have an actual ending, unlike most horror flicks. It leaves you with an actual sense of closure, and I respect that.

Good acting, the child is neither sickly nor annoying, it doesn't weigh itself down with unecessary lore. It keeps things simple. Get your popcorn, it's well worth the run time.

Daddy's Head has some good things about it, like the mysterious vibe, the rather freaky creature, and the decent acting from the entire cast, even from the kid. But to make it a great horror movie you need that mysterious vibe to turn into something with clear answers and that's in this case just failing. It had a good potential but in the end it was rather disappointing. I gave it a six because my wife found it freaky, but then again she's easily scared, and that was her rating. I would have given it a five star rating but considering I've seen way worse I got along with her rating. It all could have been much better but worse also.