Karma

About This Movie

Karma (2020) delves into the unsettling world of grief and memory through the lens of horror, which is pretty interesting. Yoo-yi, a high school teacher grappling with her past, returns to her childhood home, only to be haunted by more than just memories. The atmosphere is thick with dread, and the pacing really ramps up as her discoveries unfold. The practical effects have a raw quality that enhances the eerie vibe, while the performances, particularly by the lead, feel genuine and haunting. There’s this underlying theme of confronting one’s demons that resonates throughout, making it distinctive in the recent wave of horror.

Karma has been somewhat elusive in the collector's market, with limited physical releases which certainly adds to its intrigue. A few independent distributors got it out in various formats, but it’s not the kind of film you stumble upon in every shop. Its thematic depth and practical effects have piqued the interest of collectors looking for something that stands out from the usual fare, especially among indie horror enthusiasts.