Beacon Point

Beacon Point follows Drake, an ex-convict turned trail guide, who leads a group of hikers deep into the Appalachian mountains. What starts as a routine trek quickly unravels when the group strays off course and stumbles upon a dark secret hidden in the wilderness. From there, things spiral into a strange mix of terror, mystery, and the surreal.

This movie wasn’t what I expected at all. Instead of sticking with straightforward backwoods horror, it dives into psychological and sci-fi territory, weaving dreamlike sequences into the story. That choice makes it a bit of a mind trip, keeping you second-guessing what’s real and what isn’t.

On the downside, the characterization leaves something to be desired. Most of the hikers don’t get enough development to really make you care about them, which lessens the impact when things take a darker turn. Still, the film’s eerie atmosphere and unique spin on the genre carry it further than I anticipated.

Overall, Beacon Point is a solid addition to sci-fi horror—flawed in places, but intriguing enough to keep your attention and leave you unsettled by the time the credits roll.