The Apocalypse Box

I enjoyed this movie, probably because it was different from what I imagined it to be. I was expecting a gory horror film, but it is really more of a psychological thriller, with a supernatural device (the box) that is a catalyst for exploring themes of ambition and putting self interest ahead of morality.. The backdrop is a political election, where a candidate is down in the polls and needs something to dramatic to happen, to win the election. Well, I THOUGHT I knew where the film was going, but it was full of surprises. It pays homage to the horror motif with a bit of gory but the real payoff was the exploration of character relationships, who cares about whom, and why? I can't say much more without spoilers but I particularly loved some of the visuals the director used in the telling of the story. The conference under the coat being one example. It delivers a serious message about how shallow our elections are, hidden under the veneer of camp horror, and the ending was great!

From the opening credit sequence on, I was pleasantly surprised while watching The Apocalypse Box. So many low budget films have no plot, bad acting and look like the cinematographer had no idea what they were doing. I am pleased to say, Apocalypse Box had non of these issues!

Director James Eaves did a great job with a modest budget bringing this story to life. Corrinne Wicks did a phenomenal job portraying a high strung politicians wife who only wants the approval of her husband. Lead actress Lola Knight sold the premise of the film with her grounded performance.

If you are looking for a fun indie thriller that will make you jump, but still let you sleep tonight, then I suggest you give The Apocalypse Box a go.

I was fascinated by Jim Eaves' previous film You Might Get Lost when I caught it at the Horror-on-Sea Festival a while back, and so had been greatly looking forward to The Apocalypse Box. It did not disappoint. This movie is whip-smart and dark as midnight, confidently mixing political satire with locked location tension and explosions of unexpected splatter. There are hints of Exam and Cube in the effective use of very limited locations but The Apocalypse Box is its own beast entirely, showcasing crackerjack performances and a beautifully pitched script. At 85 minutes or so it flies by, hurtling towards a bleak but memorable finale. I really, really dug it and recommend it without hesitation.

Let me start this review by stating that I don't understand the low ratings for this film - clearly something/someone has a weird agenda. Anyway, this is a professionally made film that reminded me - in the very best ways - of "Tales from the Dark Side" or "Tales from the Crypt". Furthermore, it takes inspiration from some of the dysfunction we currently are experiencing in national politics, which seems to be poisoning peoples' minds across the globe. So those who like more prescience to their stories, that box gets checked off, then there are the horror/gore aspects of the story that are well handled and slick. And I was also thankful that the acting was solid and kept me engaged, which often isn't the case with many independent films. The direction and production values are likewise very well done. James Eaves has created a fun horror romp that my wife, Ms. Snarkypants herself actually enjoyed - and she doesn't do horror. THAT'S saying something. So give "The Apoclypse Box" a watch. I think there is more than enough recommend to fans of the genre, and for those who appreciate the talent you can discover in independent film.

I enjoyed "The Apocalypse Box", a British indie horror feature film. I felt that it was well done. The politically driven theme and a fast paced script created a suspense that keeps me captivated throughout. The ensemble cast members are strong, making it even more impactful and surprising when each of their story unfolds. The horror in this film is satisfying and the vfx is well executed.

The characters are well casted, each has clever one-liners that keep you interested. The film has great cinematography and tight pacing. It's a fun romp. "The Apocalypse Box" is a nice indie flick that showcases the creativity of its director and writer, Jim Eaves.