The: Leech

: Some viewers found the background music occasionally overshadowed the dialogue, and the pacing in the final act felt messy to some. Leech by Hiron Ennes (Gothic Horror Novel)

This debut novel is a post-apocalyptic gothic horror about a parasite that has replaced the consciousness of every doctor in the world. The Leech

This holiday horror-comedy directed by Eric Pennycoff follows a devout priest who invites a struggling couple into his home, only for things to spiral into a "sin-filled fever dream". : Some viewers found the background music occasionally

: Readers on The StoryGraph and Reddit rave about the "vivid elements of folklore" and unique body horror. The world-building and isolated setting are frequently cited as highlights. : Readers on The StoryGraph and Reddit rave

: It holds a solid reputation for fans of religion-themed horror, with critics from Rotten Tomatoes and Horror DNA praising its "satisfying third act" and tense, uncomfortable vibes.

: Reviewers describe it as a claustrophobic psychological drama that transforms into a "fever-dream weird" and "brutal" spectacle. It is noted for its off-kilter cinematography and dark humor.

: A common critique is that the second half "loses steam" or shifts away from its unique medical mystery toward more conventional character drama, which some found disappointing.