The Found Footage Phenomenon

The Found Footage Phenomenon wanders a bit into the genre-wonky weeds. But the subject of the documentary is one that reaches far beyond the limits of fantasy-movie esoterica.

Appleton and Escott’s tenacity in exploring every aspect of found footage brings together an unparalleled roster of academics and filmmakers from around the globe who are more than eager to dissect this bizarre reclusive stepchild of horror cinema.

The Found Footage Phenomenon may not work completely for those who are new to the subgenre [...]. However, it does work as a space for many underappreciated filmmakers to discuss how this subgenre gave them the creative template to create radical works.

"When you think of found-footage horror, you think of these films. So, who better to listen to on educating you on the subject than the representatives from these films; the people who had their hands on creating that level of fear."