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Tom's Guide Verdict: “Hokum”

Rating: 3.5/5 Stars

Verdict: Drawing on Irish folklore, director Damian McCarthy’s “Hokum” is a creepy story about a haunted hotel, and also an impeccably plotted mystery about a missing bartender. Adam Scott is perfect in the lead role as a prickly American author who confronts childhood secrets along with the supernatural terrors lurking at the rural inn.

Where to watch: Opens in theaters May 1

It’s exciting to be able to chart the creative evolution of a filmmaker in real time, and that’s been my reaction to “Hokum” writer-director Damian McCarthy, who made his feature debut with 2020’s “Caveat” and has made substantial leaps with each subsequent film, while retaining his unique artistic sensibilities.…