Grimcutty

Grimcutty is a 2022 monster horror film written and directed by John Ross. The film stars Sara Wolfkind, Shannyn Sossamon, Usman Ally and Callan Farris. Produced by 20th Digital Studio and Capture, it was distributed in United States by Hulu, in Latin America by Star+, and internationally by Disney+.

Grimcutty
Poster
Directed byJohn Ross
Written byJohn Ross
Produced by
  • David Brooks
  • Jenna Cavelle
  • Dawn Fanning Moore
  • David D. Moore
  • Arbi Pedrossian
  • Britt Smith
Starring
CinematographyBridger Nielson
Edited byChester Howie
Music bySara Barone
Production
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Distributed by
Release date
  • October 10, 2022 (2022-10-10)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Plot

A young teen must work with her little brother to stop an internet meme that has come to life. The outline of the story is a direct reference to the Momo Challenge hoax, an internet moral panic that reached its peak in 2019.[1][2][3]

Cast
  • Sara Wolfkind as Asha Chaudhry, Amir and Leah's daughter and Kamran's older sister. She is also the second victim of the Grimcutty.
  • Shannyn Sossamon as Leah Chaudhry, Amir's wife and the mother of Asha and Kamran
  • Usman Ally as Amir Chaudhry, Leah's husband and the father of Asha and Kamran
  • Alona Tal as Melinda Jaynes, Brandon Jaynes' mom and the one who started the Grimcutty post
  • Tate Moore as Cassidy Johnston, the first and only commenter of Asha's first video and the fourth victim of the Grimcutty. She knew about the Grimcutty before Asha and Kayla.
  • Callan Farris as Kamran Chaudhry, Amir and Leah's son and Asha's little brother. He is also the third victim of the Grimcutty.
  • Brenda Schmid as Tracy Johnston, Cassidy's mom
  • Kritian Flores as Jackson Martinez
  • Joel Hebner as Grimcutty
  • Kayden Alexander Koshelev as Brandon Jaynes, Melinda Jaynes' son and the first victim of the Grimcutty
  • John Ross Bowie (special appearance)
  • Nanrisa Lee as Sarah Litman, Emily's mom
  • Jeff Meacha as David Litman, Emily's dad
  • Kory Mann as Student 1 in the auditorium
  • Terry Dexter as Laura
  • Shelli Boone as Principal
  • Ryan P. Shrime as Dave Bagilardi
  • Justin Jarzombek as Oliver
  • Mia Pollini as one of the Partygoers at Oliver's house
  • Chrisaane Eastwood as Fran
  • Clinton Lowe as Male Nurse
  • Tamara Whatley as Receptionist
  • Olabisi Kovabel as Kayla ¨Kai¨
  • Malaya Valenzuela as Emily Litman, Sarah and David's daughter and Asha's best friend

Production

Production company Capture produced and 20th Digital Studio developed the film.[4]

Release

The film released in United States on Hulu, in Latin America by Star+ and internationally by Disney+ on October 10, 2022.[5][6]

Reception

The film has mostly negative reviews from critics. Its approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes is 25% based on 8 reviews.[7] Decider says to stream it, praising the cast.[8] A review at Bloody Disgusting scored the movie 2 out of 5.[9] Sportskeeda called the performances average.[10] Laughing Place said it is a "fine watch if you’re looking for something new."[11] Ready Steady Cut called it "a weak offering to the horror genre."[12] Paste Magazine compared the film to Slender Man and called it "forgettable."[13] Pajiba said it is "born of an interesting idea" but the execution was "unfortunately boring."[14] A review at Nightmarish Conjurings said that "while there are the typical “teen horror” flaws, Grimcutty holds up surprisingly well."[15] Decider said the film has a "strong cast."[16] Mashable claims that the "scares are overshadowed by over-explanation."[17] Common Sense Media called the monster goofy, scoring it 2 out of 5.[18]

References
  1. Thibodeau, Jennifer (November 2022). "Wildly different Huluween offerings: Grimcutty and Matriarch". Fansided. Archived from the original on 1 November 2022. Retrieved 18 December 2022.
  2. Weston, Christopher (October 2022). "Is Grimcutty based on Momo Challenge? Inspiration explained". HITC. Archived from the original on 11 October 2022. Retrieved 18 December 2022.
  3. Shuman, Sean (23 October 2022). "Hulu's Grimcutty and Internet Horror: What Makes it Stand Out?". Movieweb. Archived from the original on 23 October 2022. Retrieved 18 December 2022.
  4. Leonte, Tudor (2022-10-09). "Hulu Schedule Additions: New TV & Movies Arriving October 10-16". ComingSoon.net. Retrieved 2022-10-10.
  5. Adelgaard, Karina (2022-10-10). "Grimcutty (2022) – Review | Horror Hulu Disney". Heaven of Horror. Retrieved 2022-10-10.
  6. Pruner, Aaron (2022-10-11). "New on Hulu in October 2022". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved 2022-10-12.
  7. "Grimcutty", Rotten Tomatoes, retrieved 2022-10-22
  8. Loftus, Johnny (2022-10-10). "'Grimcutty' Hulu Review: Stream It or Skip It?". Decider. Retrieved 2022-11-06.
  9. Lipsett, Joe (2022-10-10). "Hulu's 'Grimcutty' Review – A Slight, Repetitive Creature Feature About Hysteria and the Internet". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved 2022-10-10.
  10. Ganguly, Shrija. "Grimcutty review: The John Ross horror film on Hulu works despite a freakish monster and some loose strings". Sportskeeda. Retrieved 2022-10-10.
  11. Mack, Mike (2022-10-10). "Movie Review – Hulu's "Grimcutty" Keeps You on the Edge of Your Seat". Laughing Place. Retrieved 2022-10-10.
  12. C, Lori (2022-10-10). "Grimcutty review - a painful to watch, weak and out-of-touch horror offering". Ready Steady Cut. Retrieved 2022-10-10.
  13. Donato, Matt (2022-10-11). "Creepypasta Horror Grimcutty Overplays Its Monstrous Hand". Paste Magazine. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
  14. Traves, Lindsay (2022-10-10). "Review: Hulu's Momo-Inspired 'Grimcutty' Is a Failure". Pajiba. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
  15. Brannyk, J. M. (2022-10-11). "[Movie Review] GRIMCUTTY". Nightmarish Conjurings. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
  16. Loftus, Johnny (2022-10-10). "'Grimcutty' Hulu Review: Stream It or Skip It?". Decider. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
  17. McWilliams, Kyle (2022-10-12). "'Grimcutty' Review: The Internet meme becomes our professor?". Mashable. Retrieved 2022-10-12.
  18. Costello, Brian. "Grimcutty Movie Review | Common Sense Media". Common Sense Media. Retrieved 2022-11-06.
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