The Curse of Professor Zardonicus (2022) User Reviews

Interesting film by emerging fillmmakers

[susanne-d-t · 10/10 · 14 February 2021]

This well-photographed film belies its shoe-string budget. With dark humor and fine acting, it explores the lure of conspiracy theories.

Solid mockumentary

[alanunsworth · 7/10 · 14 February 2021]

I thought this was a very well done mockumentary. Both main characters were very good actors, and Darren was particular memorable as a character. Really enjoyed it and hope you continue to help improve this genre!

The curse of Professor Zardonicus

[clintdrolet · 9/10 · 22 February 2021]

Solid film. If you like mockumentaries definitely recommend checking it out.

A Indie film you will finish

[filmmakercory · 7/10 · 8 February 2022]

I honestly had little to no expectations when throwing this on. I had heard of the director in the local Houston scene, so when i came across the film, I was already somewhat familiar with the title. Once it began, I was taken back a bit by its style, which i actually enjoy. Once you get introduced to the characters, everything flows well from there.

It doesn't go without some flaws, however, for a $3,500 budget, the small crew, and (insert another reason). It earned a solid 7/10 for indie work.

I would recommend this as a watch for a fun Saturday-night adventure.

In a Category All Its Own

[ipopa-71731 · 8 February 2021]

A great blend of dark comedy, mockumentary, and drama. The offbeat humor is perfectly interspersed with moments of tension, and the acting is excellent. Beneath the apparent absurdity of the plot is a running commentary about the nature of belief and alienation. This ultimately leaves viewers with the question of where the line is between reality and our understanding of it -- if there is one at all. The ending is a true Rorschach test. If I have one piece of advice for first-time viewers, it's to go into this movie with an open mind: It doesn't quite fit into any one genre; rather, it is in a category all its own.

More than just a Found Footage Horror Movie

[VolcanoVsTheJoe · 10/10 · 29 May 2022]

This movie has so much more going for it. Upon my first viewing it's a fun ride. Upon my second viewing however I found it has a message. A very important one. Depression and mental illness are a real thing. Sometimes medicine helps sometimes it doesn't and the isolation and sadness can be overwhelming, I've felt it I know. This movie tells a story of a isolated man who is obsessed with a single thing and it's consumed him and isolated him in ways no one could imagine. Then someone else comes along and at first doesn't believe a word he says but slowly becomes convinced he's telling the truth and not only that becomes one of his best friends. This movie is moving and emotional in spots that aren't expected. One of my top ten movies of all time hands down. Thanks to the creators for getting this out there. The acting on all parts is incredible and can show how a movie can be more than just a movie.

I'd like to do a video review for it but it was a lot better than I was expecting

[fredshorrorcorner · 7/10 · 30 May 2022]

I was expecting this to be silly due to the name and by all means it definitely is and at times the acting is a bit over the top but I see that as almost a benefit to the believability of why Darren acts the way he does This movie follows around a dude filming a school project on a certain topic and gets in contact with Darren who claims he was brutal attacked by local school legend Professor Zardonicus and wants Greg to help him seek out the truth This movie was surprisingly heartwarming and it's definitely deeper than it appears touching up on thing like mental illness and media Was it cheesy? Sure? Was it bad? Not at all at least for me.

It's always nice when there's actual effort in trying to make a good story and you see it here.

I BELIEVE

[filmsbycpm · 9/10 · 31 January 2021]

Wow! Going into films like this, you truly never know what to expect. Watching this not only gives a sense of hope and a sense of belonging for up and coming filmmakers, but also gives this sense of warmth somehow. All Nighter always gives good quality and care in what they make, and that shines through here more than ever. Care is the word that best sums up this film for me. Well done!

"HAVE YOU SEEN THIS MAN?"

[djcomg · 8/10 · 29 January 2021]

There's such a home-made, warm, deliberate subversion of found footage here, anchored by a magnetic performance of its lead actor.

Rooted in mythos and mystery as opposed to abject horror. Really enjoyed this.

Don't let the low rating fool you

[theryo2001 · 10/10 · 29 May 2022]

This movie is at least better then Morbius. It's a low budget movie with lots of heart and soul into it. Don't miss out on a great movie, just because of a low score.

Better than Morbius

[samuelguglielmo · 10/10 · 29 May 2022]

Yo listen up I just watched Morbius and this movie is almost as good as Morbius is, like it's not as good as Morbius because Morbius goes to 11 but The Curse of Professor Zardonicus is at least a 10 and that's pretty good too. I like the part where Professor Zardonicus shows up and is like "I'M PROFESSIN' HERE"

Enjoyed the hell out of this

[imfallibleK · 10/10 · 30 May 2022]

I was surprised by it. Enjoyed the writing and the visuals. If you're into indie films on a budget, you'll really want to take a look at this. You're going to be able to tell people you knew about Theis' stuff before any of your friends were.

Microbudget mockumentary works really well

[david-theis-1 · 10/10 · 30 May 2022]

Made on a shoestring, Zardonicus delivers on the strength of its writing, acting, and photography. Stands up to multiple viewings. It took me awhile to get used to the lead, but now I think this is a strong performance.