The Holzer Files

I liked the concept & execution of this new paranormal show on Travel Channel. It was different than your normal ghost hunting show. It provided much more of the history of a location which always seems to be spookier to me than any kind of "evidence" anyone finds. However I do think its a bit overproduced. For example, we dont need the -cut to- Case Log video diary segments, etc. Just tell the story. Maybe in time some of the forced acting will be evened out too. But I like this new entry. I'll watch again.

First, anything with Dave Schrader has instant credibility. Cindy Kaza is a refreshing addition and the the third guy is like a loose wheel. Overall I love the historical viewpoints that have been established and how they go about validating them. Really look forward to new episodes. Enjoy a cast that doesn't try to go over the top for ratings. Just present the facts, that's interesting enough.

First of all I want to say that the people who reviewed this show after 1 or 2 episodes, have seriously undercut it. The amount of work/though that has very apparently gone into this show is astonishing. The on-site investigation seems the be the easiest part and that's the way it should be. These guys are really digging into the history of these cases and looking at things from different angles. Dave enunciates because he's got a radio voice. That's bad? The one thing I do have an issue with is the over production part. The beginning back and forth roundtable into meeting needs to be more loose and less scripted. It sets the tone for the whole show and that's misleading people. Dave, your narrating in between segments is terrific. Just change that initial tone at the beginning. Maybe bring in Shane and Cindy for it. Shane is getting more relaxed. He's gonna bring you that "Goodwin" element that's really important. Loosen up big guy.

It's a whole different take on paranormal experiences. It's great to see them open up old Holzer cases. All the episodes are enticing and full of history and facts and great paranormal activity. Keep them coming!

Decent show but frustratingly it feels like they barely scratch the surface of any investigation. If you're a fan of Dead Files, this show will probably appeal to you. Feels like it's the same producer / director, especially the camera focusing on his ring when the guys driving or talking (throwback to Steve).

Pro's: Creepy atmosphere, interesting clips of Hans original case files, keeps your interest throughout the show.

Con's: Sketchy video evidence that has yet to catch any source of noises they hear (and not enough to make me actually believe), far too much focus on "EVP" evidence that sounds like nothing but noise, using a gimmicky"spirit box" / Olvilus when they have a lack of other evidence happening, constantly replaying the same clips of Hans investigation throughout the episodes wasting time (once is plenty, thanks), stopping in the middle of an investigation when things start heating up, useless subjective evidence ("it touched me" "it grabbed me" "I have chills"), and it feels like they have done nothing to add to Hans original investigations - they seem to just piggyback on the locations and quit when they find some tiny piece of sketchy evidence.

I do like their resident psychic Cindy, she's slightly more believable given she's so badass and not freaking out over every little strange noise or feeling, but still impossible to know if she's actually legit or just a great actress.