The Birthday
Directed by Eugenio Mira
A birthday party is not as it seems as Norman Forester (Corey Feldman) uncovers an ancient evil that might bring about the end of the world.
A birthday party is not as it seems.
Cast: Corey Feldman, Jack Taylor, Erica Prior, Richard Felix, Dale Douma, Robert Franke
Member Reviews
Corey Feldman's best movie Btw this isn't a horror movie. It's more of a psychological thriller but still, it's more in the vain of an arthouse drama. It's absurd, amusing and cerebral. The apocalyptic and cult-like undercurrent of the story is the only reason this thing is on Shudder but damn is this movie not hard af to find. No complaints from me!
The Birthday is a surreal, genre-bending fever dream that feels like a lost gem of early 2000s indie cinema. With Corey Feldman at the center, giving one of his strangest and most committed performances, the film blends absurd comedy, noir, and Lovecraftian horror into a tense, claustrophobic tale of social anxiety and cosmic dread. Its offbeat humor and eerie atmosphere create a perfect sense of unease, making every frame feel unpredictable yet meticulously crafted. While its pacing is deliberately disorienting, that chaos works in its favor, pulling viewers deeper into its weird, nightmarish world. Bold, stylish, and unforgettable, The Birthday earns a solid 9 out of 10 for being one of the most bizarrely unique films of its era.
Not for everyone, but I loved it. I found it completely immersive and compelling.
This movie was not good at all.
Rewatched it. It was worse the second time. Possibly the worst movie ever made.