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Undertone: A Haunting Podcast Journey Divides Critics

3/13/2026

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Undertone, directed by Ian Tuason, is in theaters after premieres at Fantasia and Sundance.
The film centers on Evy, played by Nina Kiri, caring for her dying mother while hosting a paranormal podcast.
Critics say the sound design creates a tense, immersive experience.
The film has drawn mixed reactions, with some praising its creativity and others deeming it derivative.

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Story summary

Undertone, directed by Ian Tuason, is in theaters after premieres at Fantasia and Sundance.
The film centers on Evy, played by Nina Kiri, caring for her dying mother while hosting a paranormal podcast.
Critics say the sound design creates a tense, immersive experience.
The film has drawn mixed reactions, with some praising its creativity and others deeming it derivative.