A modern masterpiece of independent horror, The Void (2016) is a terrifying descent into cosmic dread that pays homage to the masters of the genre while carving its own grotesque path. Directed by Steven Kostanski and Jeremy Gillespie, the film is celebrated for its commitment to practical effects and its unapologetic embrace of Lovecraftian and Carpenter-esque themes. A Night of Unspeakable Terror
Upon release, had a mixed reception. Mainstream critics praised the practical effects but criticized the ambiguous plot and character development. The A.V. Club called it "a beautiful mess of references without a clear identity." the.void.2016