A fine addition to the FF genre. The best thing going for this film is it's feel of authenticity...you can almost get immersed in the story and forget that it is fiction...which is want you want when the movie is questioning whether the original movie was real or not...
12 Reviews
More then I expected.
berg-7453212 May 2020
When done poorly these types of films suck when done well as this one with a well constructed story and other then one cast member who never stopped grating on me all players did solid if not excellent jobs. These films need the edge players to be convincing and it this movie the crew of the fake movie needed to be convincing or this falls apart. The fake crew of culture shock and the African American ex cop were outstanding what they said and how they said it were completely believable. But the absolute worst person that nearly made me turn it off was the weaslly little cameraman. He from the moment he got beat up never in any situation was so inconsistent. He was to scared to continue then comes back and stamps around and threatens, yelled screams none of it seemed at all natural. He was horrible and if you like this style of film he will be the only obstacle to enjoyment.
Commendable Effort
TwistedContent14 December 2021
Very little known, near underground-kind, independently produced and marketed micro budget mockumentary horror, that all sums up to some intrigue for a found-footage horror enjoyer. A flawed, but admirable effort in faux documentary genre, by two directors who are also writers, acting leads, operators, cinematographers, editors, and so on.
Filmmakers Mark and Christian are in process of making a documentary about "The Blair Witch Project", when the movie's actual director Eduardo Sanchez raises up a question about infamous Maryland's (same area/town as in "Blair Witch") filmmaker Karl Atticus, a shady guy who made b horror flicks at the turn of the 70's, with rumors about using real corpses for better effects. A cult may be involved as well. Thus, the duo takes up a new project. A movie like "Mortal Remains" only works with good world-building, and there was effort put into that, although there are discussable plot holes here and there, and characters don't always act reasonably, the overall atmosphere creates palpable tension throughout. Majority of the interviewees were up to the acting task, and if there was more script than improv, most lines passed as natural enough. Pretty split feelings on how the journey ends - taking the route of a more genre-conventional, shocking resolution, whereas I would've preferred a little more plot at the expense of scares.
After a little post-film research I was surprised to find out they're currently shooting a sequel, although that might've been dragging on for years now. They truly need more lore. The genre spirit is there, so this goes as a sure recommendation to the suckers for handheld pseudo cinema. 6/10.
Filmmakers Mark and Christian are in process of making a documentary about "The Blair Witch Project", when the movie's actual director Eduardo Sanchez raises up a question about infamous Maryland's (same area/town as in "Blair Witch") filmmaker Karl Atticus, a shady guy who made b horror flicks at the turn of the 70's, with rumors about using real corpses for better effects. A cult may be involved as well. Thus, the duo takes up a new project. A movie like "Mortal Remains" only works with good world-building, and there was effort put into that, although there are discussable plot holes here and there, and characters don't always act reasonably, the overall atmosphere creates palpable tension throughout. Majority of the interviewees were up to the acting task, and if there was more script than improv, most lines passed as natural enough. Pretty split feelings on how the journey ends - taking the route of a more genre-conventional, shocking resolution, whereas I would've preferred a little more plot at the expense of scares.
After a little post-film research I was surprised to find out they're currently shooting a sequel, although that might've been dragging on for years now. They truly need more lore. The genre spirit is there, so this goes as a sure recommendation to the suckers for handheld pseudo cinema. 6/10.
A Film By Karl Atticus.....
wandernn1-81-68327418 June 2020
Warning: Spoilers
So I guess this is one of those fakumentaries, about some fictional filmmaker named Karl Atticus.
Really the first half hour or so plays out very much as a documentary until people start getting assaulted while walking etc.
-1 Star for the guy repeating their exact term in the interview about 'documenting' him, made it sound really fake
So later in the fakumentary the interviewees start refusing to talk because they are getting 'disturbing phone calls'....
The movie is really disjointed and even gets weirder at the end. But really the ending was..... enough to keep this one at a
4/10
Really the first half hour or so plays out very much as a documentary until people start getting assaulted while walking etc.
-1 Star for the guy repeating their exact term in the interview about 'documenting' him, made it sound really fake
So later in the fakumentary the interviewees start refusing to talk because they are getting 'disturbing phone calls'....
The movie is really disjointed and even gets weirder at the end. But really the ending was..... enough to keep this one at a
4/10
A found footage watch.
kjjames8116 February 2021
I have been a fan of found footage since watching The Blair Witch in the cinema, yes we could actually go out and watch a film back then.
I have seen so many films in the years since then, all types.
I still look for the non famous films, usually these are cheaply made and much better than the 100 million + that Hollywood thinks it needs to make a hit, which usually they are duds, check out the new Wonder Woman film, what a waste of money.
So came across this little number yesterday. It wasn't nothing new that hasn't been done before, then again what has?
The movie is a part documentary and part film, so okay I thought it was okay, then the first part in the cemetery, in which I found the film itself seemed to pick up it's pace.
As it went along, the film went really good but I thought it came unstuck at the end. Now it completed the film, if you follow the film it makes sense, I won't give it away.
I thought it would have been better with a different ending.
Made up junk
lolly6719 May 2020
Pseudo Documentary/Found Footage done right!
monrozombi-1465625 October 2015
Do you remember Karl Atticus?
What happens when two filmmakers ask a simple question about a local director who died under mysterious circumstances decades ago? Mortal Remains follows the journey of two filmmakers trying to uncover the mystery of Karl Atticus, a Maryland filmmaker responsible for one of the biggest film urban legends in Maryland history. It all starts off lighthearted enough as Chris and Mark innocently enough begin to unravel the mystery of Karl Atticus' lost film MORTAL REMAINS. The film was only screened once to a local crowd and was never seen again. All traces of the film and Karl are erased from local records and the mere mention of his name brings dread to those who know of him and his films. The more they ask, the more they find themselves drawn deeper into not just the world of a local legend but something even more sinister. Strange occurrences begin to plague those who know the legend and to those around them. The search for the truth, and the film (long believed to be destroyed) provides the viewer with a terrifying experience that can only be attributed to Karl Atticus.
With found footage films becoming more common place it's easy to discard this as another run of the mill FF film. This film has none of the tropes and clichés found in today's found footage films. From almost the start the atmosphere of this film is intense and does not let up until the end. No film since The Blair Witch Project has terrified me like MORTAL REMAINS. This film is very well done and never once are you subjected to overly done clichés. The best thing to do is to see this film, you won't regret it. But be careful when you ask someone 'Do you remember Karl Atticus."
What happens when two filmmakers ask a simple question about a local director who died under mysterious circumstances decades ago? Mortal Remains follows the journey of two filmmakers trying to uncover the mystery of Karl Atticus, a Maryland filmmaker responsible for one of the biggest film urban legends in Maryland history. It all starts off lighthearted enough as Chris and Mark innocently enough begin to unravel the mystery of Karl Atticus' lost film MORTAL REMAINS. The film was only screened once to a local crowd and was never seen again. All traces of the film and Karl are erased from local records and the mere mention of his name brings dread to those who know of him and his films. The more they ask, the more they find themselves drawn deeper into not just the world of a local legend but something even more sinister. Strange occurrences begin to plague those who know the legend and to those around them. The search for the truth, and the film (long believed to be destroyed) provides the viewer with a terrifying experience that can only be attributed to Karl Atticus.
With found footage films becoming more common place it's easy to discard this as another run of the mill FF film. This film has none of the tropes and clichés found in today's found footage films. From almost the start the atmosphere of this film is intense and does not let up until the end. No film since The Blair Witch Project has terrified me like MORTAL REMAINS. This film is very well done and never once are you subjected to overly done clichés. The best thing to do is to see this film, you won't regret it. But be careful when you ask someone 'Do you remember Karl Atticus."
Fantastic!
j-nickturner6 April 2020
The mythos and world-building of this faux-documentary are amazingly well crafted! The lengths that the creators have gone to in order to build mystery and intrigue around the project are impressive and very well executed.
The same can be said of the film itself. Well written, well crafted, and well executed.
I really don't have any complaints at all about this one. If you like found footage, chances. are you will really enjoy "Mortal Remains."
The same can be said of the film itself. Well written, well crafted, and well executed.
I really don't have any complaints at all about this one. If you like found footage, chances. are you will really enjoy "Mortal Remains."
Great movie
masterericthompson29 October 2018
A film with an actual story...
johnnylightning-1818912 December 2021
I would call myself an avid film watcher... especially of horror films. But I also watch the latest Marvel releases and my wife forces me to watch any rom/com on Netflix the minute one comes out. Story lines people! It seems that every Marvel film, every horror film and especially every rom/com I see reuses the same old plot. Which is why I found this film refreshing. At first I thought it was interesting because I thought it was real. Then I realized it was one of those mockumentary movies. Then I started second guessing myself again. A movie that made me THINK? What a novel idea.
Wow...a fantastic surprise!
SkinsMalone19 June 2020
As a huge fan of horror I'm always on the lookout for new movies. After a search for best found footage movies...I found this. The title of the movie is what caught my eye and after reading the summary I decided this was the movie to watch.
Mortal Remains literally hooked me within the first minute of the movie and I was glued to the TV the rest of the way. Loved it from start to finish. This movie has one of the most original ideas for a found footage movie. It's so unique. The acting is also phenomenal. The two main characters of the movie(and the creators of the movie) Chris and Mark are super likable and the fact that they have a backstory of friendship added another piece of uniqueness to this film.
I encourage anyone who is looking for a really great found footage movie to watch Mortal Remains. Dont be surprised if you find yourself asking...do I remember Karl Atticus?
Mortal Remains literally hooked me within the first minute of the movie and I was glued to the TV the rest of the way. Loved it from start to finish. This movie has one of the most original ideas for a found footage movie. It's so unique. The acting is also phenomenal. The two main characters of the movie(and the creators of the movie) Chris and Mark are super likable and the fact that they have a backstory of friendship added another piece of uniqueness to this film.
I encourage anyone who is looking for a really great found footage movie to watch Mortal Remains. Dont be surprised if you find yourself asking...do I remember Karl Atticus?
Formidable suspense whole ride
kevinmeylemans16 May 2020
I thought it's pretty great watching this movie with good acting throughout. Sort of a documentary (fake) about a mysterious cult horror director from late 60's, early 70's that went missing after a while and the story about his last movie called Mortal Remains. Now it's a pretty believable story because of good writing of the acts and decent acting. Keeps you hooked till the end...supposed to have been shot right before The Blair Witch Project, mentioned couple times but has nothing to do with it. Gives you that serious tone of the story that's going on because of it. Enjoyable movie.
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