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I had high hopes for this one. I've been looking forward to it for months. Unfortunately, it didn't deliver as much as I wanted it to. The movie stars Rico, and is basically a solo performance. Not saying the actor is bad or anything, just saying I had hoped for more screen time of Eddie Furlong- I'm hoping he makes a full comeback one day. Shelley Duvall is barely in it. Actually paid to rent it off Amazon prime. It wasn't the worst five dollars I've ever spent. If you're an Eddie Furlong or Shelley Duvall fan and you go in with low expectations, you'll have a decent time. Just don't hope for too much.

"The Forest Hills" (2023), directed by Scott Goldberg, is a cinematic experience that transcends the traditional boundaries of the horror genre. This film, which marks the return of the legendary Shelley Duvall, is a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and the indomitable spirit of its cast. Set against the backdrop of the hauntingly beautiful Catskill Mountains, the film follows the journey of Rico, portrayed with a raw intensity that leaves the audience breathless. The narrative is a labyrinth of emotions, as Rico descends into a madness that is as terrifying as it is captivating. The film's strength lies in its ability to blend elements of drama, horror, and thriller into a cohesive narrative that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The performances are nothing short of stellar, with Edward Furlong delivering a performance that is both powerful and nuanced. However, it is Shelley Duvall who truly shines in this film. Her portrayal of 'Mama' is a masterclass in acting, bringing a depth and complexity to the character that is truly remarkable. This film marks Duvall's return to the silver screen after a hiatus of over 20 years, and her performance is a poignant reminder of her incredible talent.

"The Forest Hills" is a film that deserves an 8/10 rating. It is a compelling narrative that is beautifully shot and superbly acted. However, it is more than just a film. It is a tribute to the enduring talent of Shelley Duvall, who recently passed away. Duvall, best known for her roles in "The Shining" and "Popeye," was a force to be reckoned with in the film industry. Her death is a profound loss for the world of cinema, but her legacy lives on through her remarkable body of work. In "The Forest Hills," Duvall gave one of her most memorable performances, reminding us of her extraordinary talent and her unique ability to bring characters to life. Her performance in this film is a fitting tribute to her incredible career and a testament to her enduring talent.

As we mourn the loss of this cinematic icon, "The Forest Hills & The Shining" serves as a poignant reminder of Duvall's indomitable spirit and her unparalleled contribution to the world of cinema. Rest in peace, Shelley Duvall. Your legacy will continue to inspire and captivate audiences for generations to come.

I was excited to see Shelly's last performance. That excitement ended within about 2 minutes of watching the movie. The acting is terrible, the writing is nonsensical, and there's not much positive to say about this movie. There were 3 other people in the theater. They walked out about 20 minutes into it. My wife and I followed suit about 10 mins after they walked out. I can't recall the last time I walked out of a movie.

I'm saddened that this is Shelly's last movie. She was a wonderful actor, and she deserved so much more.

This movie goes to show that big names do not equate to a good movie. .

Shelley Duvall (rest her soul) and Edward Furlong. Yes they're in it and they add very little. One of the worst movies I've seen in my life. They're a few scenes of dialog that make me laugh and I'm not sure it's intentional. Other than that there's not much to offer and I can't believe I watched this in theatres. The fact that there were 4 people in the theatre including me says something. It's not worth a watch and in my humble opinion it's a disgrace to Edward Furlong career and the memory of Duvall. It's not even campy good it's just a waste of space. I think they used Duvall and Furlong's names to increase the popularity of this movie. Trash.

This is not a good movie. The actors in this movie are not good. There are some famous names in this movie. They do not do a good job. Some people rated this movie 10 stars. These are not smart people. 10 stars means this movie is almost perfect, a classic like The Godfather, ET, Jaws, etc. This movie is nowhere close to any of those.

This feels like a totally amateur affair. This is not always a bad thing but, in this case, it is. The concept is fine and I actually like the idea, but the execution is a bit off. Even the performances of the seasoned actors are flat and uninspired. The special effects are decent enough but it's not enough to make this worth watching.

After hearing of her cancer prognosis, her son begins caring for her to help bond over their final moments together which only results in a spiraling session where his mental deterioration state manages to get him in bigger trouble than he expected due to the lack of care he receives.

This was a generally troubling indie effort. Among its better aspects is the solid psychological build-up of the estranged relationship at the core of the film that's slowly unveiled within this one. As we get bits about the relationship between him and his mother that starts bringing about the idea of the psychological issues within him as well and we get further scenes involving his feverish beliefs in him being a werewolf that inflicts his entire life. With that spurred on by a traumatic incident itself and slowly causing his life to spiral rapidly with plenty of different examples brought about by his interactions with family or a mental-help support group that only further his mindset and condition. Knowing what we do about him throughout the film and how everything sets off a murderous instinct within him, the bloodsoaked rampage in the final half makes a lot of sense involving some graphic moments as his snapped behavior sets everything in motion. However, there's one main overriding factor against it in that these have to be done to a figure that we're sympathetic to and care about for everything to have the most impact. Here, we never get that with a rushed setup with everything taking place at such a rapid onslaught of imagery and setpieces that it's impossible to get a handle on what's going on as the interactions with his mom come out of nowhere and have little emotional resonance to them immediately getting introduced to an antagonistic relationship that has no stakes. It doesn't make much of an effort to introduce anything sympathetic about him or explain away the horrific visions and hallucinations he suffers from so everything simply hangs around with little rhyme or motivation since everything is so ambiguous about being real or in his head. Had this been given a more proper introduction at the start, there would've been more of an impact as his mental stage constantly deteriorates the longer he goes on so this context goes a long way towards helping this one out.

Rated Unrated/R: Graphic Language and Graphic Violence.

Oh how i have missed miss Shelley Duvall, i love that she is returning to acting again, she has such a great talent, i love all here movies and she's still got it.

Also who remembers when Edward Fulong was John Conner in Terminator 2, when i heard he was doing this movie together with Shelley Duvall, i mean i was so excited and i was right.

This movie is a must watch, i will not give any spoilers, but this movie is a true gem, if you like outdoorsy movies, with a low key setting, truly highlighting the talents of all the actors, then this is a must watch. I hope Edward Furlong and Shelley Duvall make a lot more movies soon. Please watch!!!

The Forest Hills is little more than another forgettable, incredibly amateurishly-made horror film that does nothing to separate itself apart from countless other microbudget horror movies you'll find on Plex or Roku.

Admittedly, the only reason you've heard of this one is because it features Edward Furlong, Dee Wallace, Felissa Rose and Shelley Duvall in the final role of her career (and her first role in twenty years). Duvall is honestly the highlight, portraying a sympathetic character with natural charisma during very brief time on screen. But as for the rest of the movie, it was such a scattershot vision with no clear direction.

This movie was lost on whether it wanted to be a genuine horror movie or some kind of Lovecraftian fan fiction and it failed to ever stay on any of the paths it tried to set itself upon. The result was scattered, unfocused, talkative, slow and worst of all boring. And even at a brief 79 minutes it felt all too long, so I couldn't even make it to the end.

Okay, It's Shelley Duvall's last performance. She played Mama whose son, Rico, is a mess of a human being. He is either a monster or damaged beyond repair. The film especially the writing doesn't make anything clear for the viewers. I would have only seen it for Shelley's final performance. It's a shame that she didn't do more. The script and the storylines don't make sense to me as a viewer. I truly have no idea what is really going on with the main character, Rico. The actor who played Rico does an admirable job. I just wished he cleaned up a little bit. Dee Wallace has a tiny role as his boss. The other characters just don't make any sense. I see this film is dedicated to horror film directors. It's an independent so you can't be too harsh on it. Independent films don't have the budget. The film made me realize how much we missed Shelley Duvall after all these years.

I feel like a lot of the people will misunderstand this movie on the first viewing. The poster would lead you to believe that it's a supernatural werewolf film, when really it's a look into someone's rapid mental deterioration into madness. There are solid performances from the cast, especially Shelly Duval in what would be her last film role. But also a surprisingly nuanced performance from Edward Furlong. The narrative is possibly the biggest dealbreaker for people and it's uneven and confusing, but it's told from an unreliable narrator. Go in it with an open mind and solve the puzzle yourself.

I've been watching horror films since I was a kid in the 80's. I have seen them all! The fact that Eddie, Dee and Shelley were in this made me super exited to see it! I really liked this movie!!! The cast is amazing!!!! Chiko was made for playing this part!

This movie is so different than other werewolf movies! Without giving spoilers, there is a lot to unpack in this movie. You can't walk away from it! Kept me interested the entire time. I will absolutely be watching this again. My Daughter also enjoyed it!

So I'd you are looking for a great movie with some awesome, talented and legendary actors, check this one out!

Director Scott Goldberg presents The Forest Hills, a film that marks Shelley Duvall's return to the screen in a haunting final performance.

The story follows Rico (Chiko Mendez), who spirals into madness while isolated in the Catskill mountains. Battling inner demons and haunted by a troubled past with his mother, Mama (Shelley Duvall), Rico leans on his friend Billy (Edward Furlong) for support as he tries to navigate his unraveling mind.

After suffering a head injury, Rico begins experiencing horrific visions and becomes dangerously aggressive toward his loved ones. Initially, it seems like the story might head into werewolf territory, adding a supernatural twist. Though it ultimately takes a different path, the film still explores themes of mental illness in a powerful, symbolic way.

In her role as Mama, Duvall plays a deeply flawed character. We're introduced to her through a disturbing flashback showing a traumatic moment where she tries to harm her children, Rico and Emily. Now, years later, Mama is dying from stage four lung cancer and calls on Rico (now an adult, portrayed by Mendez) to care for her. While Duvall's screen time is mostly in the film's beginning, her character's influence lingers as Rico contends with his own struggles, including a fear that werewolves lurk in the nearby woods.

The Forest Hills has been marketed as a werewolf movie, and there are eerie glimpses of creatures in the forest. But viewers looking for a classic monster flick will find something more surreal here. The official synopsis captures it best: "a man is tormented by nightmarish visions after enduring head trauma while camping in the Catskill woods." The movie plunges us into Rico's distorted reality, presenting a fragmented narrative that leaves us questioning what's real and what's imagined. Is there truly a werewolf? Is Rico losing control of his mind-or worse, becoming a killer? The lines between reality and hallucination blur, echoing Rico's disorientation.

Chiko Mendez delivers a standout performance, fully embodying Rico's turmoil and drawing us into his journey. Though Duvall, Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp), Dee Wallace (The Howling), Stacey Nelkin (Halloween III: Season of the Witch), Marianne Hagan (Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers), and Edward Furlong (Terminator 2) make strong appearances, Mendez is the heart of the film, carrying its most intense moments.

With additional cameos from iconic figures like Marc Summers, The Forest Hills has something for horror fans, particularly for those who will appreciate its subtle nods to genre legends. The inclusion of diverse leads like Chiko Mendez as Rico and Linda Flores as his sister Emily is also a refreshing addition, offering an inclusive twist to the genre.

I really enjoyed so many legends together and in my opinion Scott Goldberg accomplished a find farewell to a legend. Shelly Duvall was and will always be a legend.

Just watched it last night for the last showing in theaters. I had the great honor to watch the film alongside Scott Goldberg & Chiko Mendez.

I think the movie was physiology entertaining. It really had me trying to figure out if what I was watching was real or all in Rico's mind. It also left me still guessing and basically giving me the opportunity to come up with my own resolution. I only heard about the film because I'm a big fan of Eddie's and of course he was amazing in this. I'm now a fan of Chiko's. He was fantastic in it. The only reason I gave it a 9 out of 10 was that sometimes it did jump to scenes too quickly for me.

I had the privilege of witnessing the magic of 'The Forrest Hills' unfold on my TV screen, and I must say, it's an experience I won't soon forget. Director Scott Goldberg has woven a tale that's both terrifying and mesmerizing, with a narrative that's expertly paced and full of unexpected twists.

The cinematography is stunning, capturing the eerie atmosphere of the forest with chilling precision. The special effects are seamless, adding to the overall sense of tension and dread.

The cast delivers performances that are equally impressive, bringing depth and nuance to their characters. The chemistry between them is palpable, making their interactions feel authentic and engaging.

What truly sets 'The Forrest Hills' apart, however, is its thought-provoking themes and symbolism. Goldberg's exploration of explores themes of mental illness, trauma, and the blurring of reality and fantasy is both haunting and profound, leaving viewers with plenty to ponder long after the credits roll.

The werewolf effects, given the films limited budget, was incredible! It's one of the best werewolf designs I've ever seen. Most werewolf movies need to take note on how you do a werewolf design on a limited budget.

In short, 'The Forrest Hills' is a masterpiece of modern horror. With its captivating storyline, outstanding performances, and unsettling atmosphere, it's an absolute must-see for fans of the genre. Don't miss out on this chilling experience - but be prepared to sleep with the lights on!

The film centers around Rico and his descent into madness. Touches on subjects like child abuse and mental illness and leaves you wondering if it's all a figment of the leads imagination or is the horror that's happening for real. Shelley Duvall shows that she still has it after a 20 year absence from film. Great cinematic shots and Chiko Mendez's performance of Rico is very physical and you feel his torment. It's nice to see an all star cast and they make the most of their cameo roles. Felissa Rose, Maryanne Hagan, Dee Wallace and Edward Furlong. Unknown actors also shine throughout the film.

When I first heard about the movie, I was super excited to even have a small part of the making which was being in the Premiere with my brother, alongside my boyfriend. My brother played Travis, and it was simply an awesome experience to be shared. What I thought about the movie? It was well written. I was definitely on the edge of my seat. I love Shelley Duvall, as one of my favorites is "The Shining". I highly recommend anyone seeing it, especially with her in it. If you're a fan of her, as well as Edward Furlong, you'll enjoy this film. Scott Goldberg went above and beyond to make this happen. RIP, Shelley!

Here we've got an old-school horror film, complete with thrills, blood, gore, werewolves, eerie settings, and a welcome lack of CGI.

Big name highlights includes fun performances from Edward Furling, Dee Wallace, and a much-ballyhooed return to the screen by Shelley Duvall after a twenty-year hiatus. Unfortunately it turned out to be her last role before her untimely death. She was terrific in the part proving she still had the chops and the presence to make an impact.

That said, the multi-faceted performance of Chiko Mendez in the lead role is clearly the focal point of the film. Mr. Mendez goes thru just about every emotion a person can fathom. He went thru these emotions not just throughout movie but in every scene he is in. It was so powerful as it was not some cartoonish schizophrenic exercise but you feel his pain with every move he makes and every syllable he speaks. With that, he illicits as much sympathy as he does fear. Bravo!!

Equally important here is the strong direction from Scott Goldberg. Setting the majority of the film in the woods, while filming most of the scenes either at night or on overcast days set a deceptively spooky tone. Each scene was suspenseful and kept you on the edge of your seat suggesting that something extreme could have happened at any moment. There is also a scene set at an abandoned quarry which is just perfect!!

Enjoy the film. Enjoy everything about it. And yes, prepare for some nightmares. Good nightmares though, which is exactly what an effective horror film is supposed to do!!!