Fantastic Fest always showcases great genre films. This year was no different. Here are my favorite ten movies from Fantastic Fest 2025.
One of my favorite film festivals to attend every year is Fantastic Fest. As a big fan of horror and genre film, this event seems to have been made for me. There is something truly special about heading to the Alamo on South Lamar in Austin, TX every year and being with my people.
It may be a ridiculously packed week, where I watch a million movies and conduct a million interviews, but I never regret going. I always get to see some real gems on the big screen. This year was no different.
Top 10 Movies Of Fantastic Fest 2025
While there were plenty of incredible films this year, here are my favorite ten movies of Fantastic Fest 2025, in no particular order.
Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die
Gore Verbinski’s Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die brillaintly explores several issues of today’s world in unexpected, twisted, and most importantly, fun, ways.
Black Phone 2
Black Phone 2 is a worthy sequel that continues the story in a way that makes sense. Both Mason Thames and Madeleine McGraw bring their A-game.
Sisu: Road To Revenge
Sisu: Road To Revenge is bigger, bloodier, and even more insane than the first film. An action-packed thrill ride from start to finish.
APPOFENIACS
APPOFENIACS serves as a chilling warning about the use of AI and the effects that it can have on the world and the people around us.
Bad Haircut
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Bad Haircut is over-the-top and ridiculous, but also a whole lot of fun due to the incredible and unforgettable lead performances.
Bugonia
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Yorgos Lanthimos’ Bugonia is a chillling exploration of the way that humans have destroyed this planet. Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons are brilliant.
Silent Night, Deadly Night
Silent Night, Deadly Night is a great time at the movies. Super fun kills, an intriguing story, and a great lead performance from Rohan Campbell make it a must watch.
One Battle After Another
Even though I technically screened this film before Fantastic Fest, I wanted to be sure to include it in this list because yes, it is THAT good.
One Battle After Another is an incredible genre-blending film that, despite its long runtime, flies by. The entire cast absolutely shines.
The Curse
By blending the familiar with the modern, The Curse stands out as a unique and horrifying film that tackles the very real terrors of the internet age.
Shelby Oaks
Shelby Oaks perfectly blends found footage, mockumentary, and the horror genres in a way that keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Honorable Mention: The Creep Tapes season 2. While it is not really a movie, I was unsure if I should include it in the list or not, it is fantastic. This season is off to a brilliant start, and I cannot wait to see more.
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