V/H/S: Viral is the third entry in the V/H/S found footage horror anthology series, continuing its tradition of presenting multiple short films framed within a larger narrative. The wraparound story follows the aftermath of an unusual police chase involving an ice cream truck, which triggers a chain of bizarre events. The segments include “Dante the Great,” in which a magician gains a cloak with supernatural powers that drive him to murder; “Parallel Monsters,” a Spanish-language tale about a scientist who builds a portal to a parallel universe only to find the alternate version of his world far more horrifying; and “Bonestorm,” where skateboarders summon demonic entities while filming in Tijuana. The central thread and shorts are shot in frenetic, glitch-filled style to mimic viral internet videos, amplifying the chaotic tone. Directors Gregg Bishop, Nacho Vigalondo, Benson & Moorhead, and Marcel Sarmiento each bring distinct horror flavors—ranging from supernatural action to grotesque body horror—while maintaining the series’ hallmark of raw, unpolished visuals. Though this installment shifts toward a more comedic, absurd edge compared to its predecessors, it retains the unsettling unpredictability that defines the V/H/S brand. With imaginative concepts, practical gore effects, and rapid pacing, V/H/S: Viral explores the modern obsession with sensational online content and its potentially catastrophic consequences when extraordinary events are broadcast without control.
