8 A.M.s

About This Movie

8 A.M.s is this quirky blend of comedy and horror that really captures the anxiety of college life. You’ve got Adam, this freshman whose sleep deprivation spirals into a surreal nightmare. The whole infomercial gimmick paired with the creepy spokesman, Dennis, creates this bizarre but engaging atmosphere that keeps you guessing. It plays with the absurdity of college pressures, using practical effects that lend a nice, gritty touch. The pacing’s a bit uneven but it adds to the disorienting feel of Adam’s world. The performances are surprisingly earnest, especially considering the bizarre premise. There’s something about this film that lingers, like that half-remembered dream you just can’t shake off.

Unique take on college anxietySurreal humor intertwined with horrorInteresting use of practical effects