Host (2020) is a found-footage horror film set during the COVID-19 pandemic. The story revolves around a group of six friends who decide to hold a virtual séance over a Zoom call to pass the time. Initially, the gathering is lighthearted, with each participant skeptical about the supernatural. However, when one of them accidentally invites a malicious spirit into their session, things take a terrifying turn. As the friends experience increasingly disturbing events, they must find a way to escape the vengeful entity haunting them.
The film explores themes of isolation and the dangers of virtual interactions in a time of social distancing. With a runtime of just over an hour, Host maintains a tense and claustrophobic atmosphere, relying on its unique Zoom-based setting to create suspense. The use of technology and social media amplifies the horror, making the film particularly relevant to modern audiences. Host is a chilling reminder of how the digital world can become a doorway to the unknown.