It Will Find You (2026) #BIFF2025

We must have respect for all, and there shall be harm to none”. – Australian Aboriginal proverb

Night of Terror: A Family Trapped by Storm and Creature

When a devastating storm hits one night, a family and their home is in danger. The couple and their baby quickly attempt to flee the storm, escaping their home in search of safety. While they hurriedly pack various belongings and essentials, the father tries to conceal a minor artifact, but it falls to the floor, shocking the mother. Their night is far from over; instead, it gets worse as a mysterious monster or creature attacks them inside their home before they can flee.

Present Day Horror: Emily Confronts a Deadly Curse

Fast forward to the present day, and we follow Emily (Kylah Day), who carries a tragic past that affects her daily life, and one-on-one therapy sessions are not helping. Emily is currently moving in with her boyfriend Mark (Tom Jackson), yet she feels bad for leaving her father on his own. While unpacking her belongings at Mark’s house, she discovers an artifact that has been attached to a necklace. Given that it is possibly the last thing her mother ever touched, she decides to start wearing it. Unexpectedly, Emily begins to have horrible dreams, creepy visions, and hears faint whispers.  Little does Emily know that she has just unleashed a curse and a creature that will attempt to take her life in exchange for her ancestor’s sins. Can Emily find a way to escape this curse and the mysterious red eye demon, or is it only a matter of time until it catches up to her?

Origins and Vision: From Short Film to Supernatural Horror

It Will Find You is a horror film with a strong supernatural aspect. The film is based on a short film of the same title, which was released in 2024. This new feature-length film has been written by Chris Broadbent and directed by both Chris Broadbent and Enzo Tedeschi. Personally, I was able to approach this film with fresh eyes, as I had not seen the short film it was originally based on.

Visuals, Performances, and Sound: Crafting a Chilling Experience

I loved the filming style and the overall presentation. Areas such as lighting were handled wonderfully, and the visuals were sharp, with camera movement that always felt both fitting and smooth. In terms of performance, Kylah Day was certainly fitting in the lead role. She delivered an excellent performance filled with trauma and drama. As the film progresses, she displays a tremendous amount of fear and concern, not just for herself but also for those around her who begin to suffer from this new evil spirit, later given the name Giniirr (played by Andrew Crawford). Although their screen time is limited, both Nicholas Hope and Aaron Pedersen bring an engaging on-screen presence, bringing excitement to the film. The score by Me-Lee Hay is also quite fitting, elevating moments of tension and becoming wonderfully epic whenever the film’s threat appears nearby.

Flaws and Frights: Pacing, Casting, and Horror Execution

While the leading performance is stellar, some supporting performances feel incongruent, and at times, the casting choices are questionable. This includes using an actor who is clearly far too young for the intended role. The pacing is often familiar and predictable due to its similarities to past films such as The Moogai, which also focused on an evil presence with a connection to family history. However, many reveals here feel obvious, and it takes a long time for various characters to discover information that the audience already understands.  The jump scares were not effective during my first watch, although I am confident that at several moments, audiences will certainly jump in their cinema seats with fear. The kills are generally fine, but sadly, nothing is overly memorable, and character reactions are not always fitting, especially when they witness the brutal death of someone they know closely or love dearly.

Final Thoughts: A Visually Striking and Engaging Supernatural Horror

Overall, although it shares a level of familiarity with other titles, such as The Moogai, I still greatly enjoyed It Will Find You. Visually, it is a stunning film, with aspects such as the lighting and smooth camera work being impressive and visually enjoyable. Kylah Day’s leading performance is well-suited to the role, and I hope to see more of her on the big screen, where she clearly excels in the horror genre. The film features excellent Indigenous representation and culture, adding further depth to the experience. The threat is strong, but due to its familiarity, you can often see what is going to occur next, and some reveals are obvious. Some side performances and casting choices are also questionable or problematic to accept fully. It Will Find You leaves a positive impression because, despite its minor concerns, it remains a strong and engaging take on the supernatural horror genre with indigenous creativity and storytelling.

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In the year 2078, the world has dramatically changed. Technology has advanced significantly, and a small group of people no longer identify as fully human, instead calling themselves Haemophages. While they live a human lifestyle, they have been genetically altered by...

Sinners (2025)

To avoid spoilers, readers should note that the plot details of this film will remain very vague. In the 1930s, we follow twin brothers, Smoke and Stack (both portrayed by Michael B. Jordan), as they return to their hometown in the Southern United States. After being...

The Correspondent (2024)

Peter Greste (Richard Roxburgh) is an Australian journalist covering for another team member in Cairo, Egypt, in December 2013. Although Cairo is currently filled with high risks and dangers, it doesn't stop Peter from fulfilling what's been asked of him; however, he...

The Lady Vanishes (1979)

On a train in pre-World War II Europe, American heiress Amanda Metcalfe Madvani von Hoffstetter Kelly (Cybill Shepherd) is bamboozled when her newest friend, Miss Froy (Angela Lansbury), disappears. As she struggles to discover what happened, she falls into...

Daniel’s Gotta Die (2022)

Note: I worked on the PR campaign for this film, but this review is unpaid and reflects my honest opinion. Daniel (Joel David Moore) is a talented chef engaged to be married to his girlfriend Emily (Chantel Riley), yet he feels lonely and yearns to reconnect with his...

What Remains (2022)

The film opens with clips and shots that suggest a terrible and tragic loss has occurred. Shortly after, it is revealed that Pastor Marshall (Cress Williams) has lost his wife, and despite being a pastor for over twenty years, he is still struggling with the difficult...

The King of Kings (2025)

Charles Dickens’ (Kenneth Branagh) live theatre performance of his famous play, A Christmas Carol, is going well until he is interrupted by his children and their cat. His son, Walter (Roman Griffin Davis), would prefer the show featured sword fights and kings slaying...

Nocebo (2022)

Note: I worked on the PR campaign for this film (Blu-ray release in Australia), but this review is unpaid and reflects my honest opinion. Christine (Eva Green) is a children's fashion designer who lives in a luxurious home with her husband, Felix (Mark Strong), and...

Suburban Mayhem (2006)

Smiling into the camera as she’s being interviewed, Katrina (Emily Barclay) brushes off the interviewer’s questions, stating she is unafraid of being suspected of her father's murders. Stating that it feels strange to have recently been interviewed by a magazine and...

Emilia Pérez (2024)

Rita (Zoe Saldaña) is a highly skilled lawyer who works for a law firm that fails to fully appreciate her talents or give her the recognition she deserves. Frustrated by the system, she often witnesses criminals being released on bail rather than seeing them get the...

Magic Beach (2024)

Based on the beloved children's book Magic Beach by Alison Lester, this film doesn't follow a typical storyline. Instead, it is a collection of short movies unified by the book and its imagery. This film follows nine children and one adorable dog as they read or...

Oh, Canada (2025)

The film begins with a small group of documentary filmmakers entering a luxurious home. They rearrange various objects and set up equipment, including lighting and camera backdrops, in preparation for a professional recording session. Through narration, we learn that...

Hardware (1990)

Welcome to the future! Atomic warfare has profoundly changed this world. In America, many survivors now spend their days sifting through the remnants of scraps, parts, and treasures scattered across the landscape. The film begins with a scavenger who makes a strange...

Love of an Icon: The Legend of Crocodile Dundee (2025)

It’s incredible to think the Australian motion film (and smash hit) Crocodile Dundee was initially released in 1986. Two follow-up instalments would also follow, starting in 1988 with Crocodile Dundee II and later in 2001 with Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles. But how...

Looney Tunes: The Day the Earth Blew Up (2024)

Welcome back to the whimsical world of Looney Tunes, where entertaining animated adventures await! When Porky Pig (Eric Bauza) and Daffy Duck (Eric Bauza) were abandoned while young, they had no place to call home. Thankfully, a kind farmer named Jim (Fred Tatasciore)...

In Vitro (2024)

In the near future, a married couple, Jack (Ashley Zukerman) and Layla (Talia Zucker), have taken a revolutionary risk to move into cloning and biotechnology. This technology enables them to make, create, and clone their stock on their isolated property. Working as a...

The Rule of Jenny Pen (2024)

Judge Stefan Mortensen (Geoffrey Rush) was in court, preparing to deliver the consequences of the current hearing, when he suddenly felt unwell and collapsed in front of everyone. Shortly after the incident, Stefan ends up in a rest home for the elderly and the...

Bob Trevino Likes It (2024)

Lily Trevino (Barbie Ferreira) is a care worker who often finds herself on-site helping and caring for others. She enjoys supporting and pleasing people, which makes her job a great fit for her. In her spare time, Lily is passionate about honing her skills in poetry....

Interview: Derek Ting / Agent Recon (2024)

Walkden Entertainment (aka Peter Walkden) was grateful to chat with Derek Ting, the writer, director and leading actor from Agent Recon (2024), now available on DVD & digital in Australia and New Zealand thanks to Defiant Screen...

Bloody Axe Wound (2024)

In a small town called Clover Falls, an unordinary teenager named Abbie Bladecut (Sari Arambulo) lives with her father, Roger Bladecut (Billy Burke), who is a serial killer. Although Roger owns a video store, he doesn't stock the latest blockbusters; instead, he sells...

Rule Breakers (2025)

In 2017, in Herat Province, Afghanistan, a class of students is being introduced to the world of computers, showcasing their remarkable abilities and true potential. The film then takes us back to the same location, eighteen years earlier, where computers were...

Scarfies (1999)

In Dunedin, New Zealand, finding affordable accommodation while studying can be quite challenging. Many landlords charge high prices, making it difficult to find ideal living arrangements. But a group of students have devised a unique solution: move into an old,...

Megalopolis (2024)

Welcome to a new kind of world! In the fictionalised city of New Rome, we follow Cesar Catilina (Adam Driver), a passionate artist and genius with the extraordinary ability to stop time at his command. Cesar is also driven by his vision of creating a better future...

Silent Zone (2025)

Note: I worked on the PR campaign for this film, but this review is unpaid and reflects my honest opinion. The story leaps directly into an outbreak, giving us an urgent news coverage that provides the world (and viewers!) with a critical update. Live footage reveals...

Hard Truths (2024)

Pansy (Marianne Jean-Baptiste) is a stay-at-home housewife who leads an unhappy life. She frequently expresses her complaints and concerns to her husband, Curtley (David Webber), a plumber, and her twenty-two-year-old son, Moses (Tuwaine Barrett), who is currently...

Every Little Thing (2024)

It’s time to prepare your feeders in Beverly Hills because spring is here. Spring marks the beginning of the early appearance of hummingbirds, who return after spending the winter down south. Hummingbirds are, in fact, the world’s smallest birds. Every Little Thing...

The Colours Within (2024)

Totsuko (Sayu Suzukawa) is a high school student with a unique ability: she can see colours emanating from those around her. Each colour reflects a different emotion, such as peace, joy, and more. One day, while playing dodgeball at school, Totsuko experiences...

Filth (2013)

In Edinburgh, a Japanese exchange student wanders the streets, minding his business, before a gang unexpectedly approaches him and subjects him to violence. In just a matter of seconds, the student is brutally murdered while the gang laughs and runs away from the...

Léon: The Professional (1994)

Léon (Jean Reno) is a professional ‘cleaner’ in New York and is actually a known hitman. When Léon receives a new contract to send a clear message to a drug dealer, he accomplishes the job without any issues despite the heavy guard numbers. Living alone in a small,...

I Heart Willie (2025)

When a pest exterminator (Craig Morgan) arrives at a property, he begins conducting various checks but stops when he is informed that he has come on the wrong day. While frustrated about his scheduling mistake, he suddenly hears loud noises that get his attention....

Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare (2025)

Welcome to a magical place called Neverland.  Neverland is a paradise that every child dreams of, where mermaids swim in the crystal-clear waters of the lagoon, boys shoot bows and arrows, and all play pirates aboard The Jolly Roger. It is a realm where fairies...

Severance (2006)

A group of staff members from Palisades Defence Corp is travelling by bus to a luxury retreat in Europe, where they will engage in various team-building exercises. In the team are Maggie (Laura Harris), Harris (Toby Stephens), Jill (Claudie Blakley), Billy (Babou...

Creep (2004)

In the underground sewers of London, two workers named Arthur (Ken Campbell) and George (Vas Blackwood) are conducting routine checks to ensure there are no blockages or issues. While navigating through the dark sewage, Arthur makes an unexpected discovery: an...

Metal Skin (1994)

Living in Altona, Melbourne, Australia, Joe (Aden Young) is a young man who enjoys racing his muscle car but struggles to succeed in his passion. He faces challenges in his racing life and personal life, particularly in forming meaningful relationships. At home, Joe...

Inside (2024)

Mel (Vincent Miller) is a young man who has just been transferred from a juvenile facility to an adult prison. Upon his arrival, he learns he will be sharing a cell with Mark Shepard (Cosmo Jarvis), who is in jail for ‘max’ (maximum time). Although it’s never directly...