‘Doors’ Review: Representation of Pure Analog Horror

I recently discovered the Found Footage subgenre of Analog Horror. The variation being heavy reliance on the aesthetics in looks and sound of vintage and archaic forms of media. VHS and cassette tapes are used to present the story. The graphics are fuzzy. The sound is analog and has an uncanny feeling to it. Tapes will glitch out, distorting images and sounds as needed. It’s the limitations of the technology that add to the eeriness.

“Doors” is the creation of Andrew Hyde and Taylor D’Elia. There are three parts to the series, a total of about 30 minutes of viewing.

Analog Horror

Its basic analog horror. If you are looking for a pure example of the genre, this is it.

“Doors” is presented with ominous warnings on a staticky TV screen. Jarring sounds cut from one image to another. The text is nonsensical as it warns Do Not Try to Find the Door.

Simple things like knocking or a still image of a closed door are somehow chilling. We follow Audrey (D’Elia) as she ignores the warning and searches for the door.

I had literal goosebumps several times throughout the first five minutes. All the result of the atmosphere which is captured perfectly by the creators.

I love modern horror crafted with limited resources. Creativity and scares don’t require a billion-dollar budget.

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