Friday the 31st

About This Movie

Friday the 31st is a curious slice of Spanish SOV horror that really leans into its industrial setting. The protagonist, a slaughterhouse worker with a bizarre fixation on meat, creates a grim atmosphere that lingers uncomfortably. The pacing is a bit uneven but it somehow adds to the tension, making the viewer squirm as the story unfolds. Practical effects are delightfully raw - you can almost feel the meat's texture and smell the iron in the air. The performances, while not always polished, have an authenticity that enhances the film's unsettling nature. It’s the kind of film that teeters on the edge of absurdity yet manages to explore darker themes of obsession and madness without losing its grip on horror. Definitely a niche find for collectors who appreciate the offbeat.

Spanish SOV horror from the mid-80sDistinctive industrial slaughterhouse settingUneven pacing enhances tension