It Feeds is a lean, effective horror film that balances jump scares with an unrelenting sense of unease — and it largely succeeds. Anchored by a chilling score and strikingly effective lighting choices, the film crafts a nightmare world that creeps under your skin and stays there long after the credits roll.
One of the film’s standout strengths lies in its sound design, which oozes dread with every creak and whisper. It works hand-in-hand with the moody, washed-out visuals to create a dreary, oppressive atmosphere that feels almost tactile. The use of silence is just as powerful as the bursts of terrifying noise, making every sound feel intentional and threatening. The lighting, too, is masterfully handled — often hiding more than it reveals, forcing the viewer to strain their eyes into the shadows and wonder what’s watching back.
At the heart of the film are its female leads, who bring both vulnerability and grit to their roles. They ground the horror in emotional realism, giving the audience someone to root for even when the darkness feels overwhelming. Their performances are nuanced, balancing fear with resilience in a way that elevates the film beyond its more traditional genre trappings.
If there’s a blemish on It Feeds, it ironically stems from one of its strengths: the sound design. While it’s generally excellent, it can at times be too aggressive — delivering jarring audio spikes that might overwhelm certain home theater setups. The unevenness in volume and intensity may require viewers to constantly adjust their sound settings, pulling them momentarily out of the film’s otherwise immersive experience.
Still, this is a minor quibble in an otherwise atmospheric and artfully executed horror experience. It Feeds doesn’t reinvent the genre, but it certainly gnaws at the edges of your nerves with style and substance.
