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Webcast (2018): Cast & Ratings

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Webcast is a 2018 horror thriller directed by Paul McGhie, starring Samantha Redford as Chloe Webber, Ayvianna Snow and Nicola Wright. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and was made on a reported $26,000 budget. Its Echo Score is 71/100.

Echo Score
71
budget
$26K
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Webcast (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Director
Paul McGhie
Genres
Horror , Thriller
Original language
English
Budget
$26K
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Webcast About?

The premise of Webcast without spoilers.

Stranded in the suburbs, a student filmmaker named Chloe begins documenting her family’s history. While filming, she and her best friend Ed witness a distressed young woman seemingly fleeing a neighbor’s house, only to be pulled back inside. As Chloe investigates, she questions whether the woman is struggling with drug addiction, as the neighbors claim, or if she's in real danger from those who are supposedly caring for her.

Webcast Themes & Keywords

· 14 tags
  • male frontal nudity
  • male nudity
  • male rear nudity
  • psychotronic film
  • woman vomiting
  • handheld camera
  • female frontal nudity
  • female nudity
  • vomiting
  • found footage horror
  • folk horror
  • witchcraft
+2 more
  • sacrifice
  • found footage
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Cast & crew

Webcast Cast & Characters

Samantha Redford leads the cast as Chloe Webber, with Ayvianna Snow as Webcast viewer (voice) and Nicola Wright as Kimberley Webber. Directed by Paul McGhie; 19 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Webcast Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 71/100, strongest in sensory experience (78) and weakest in story & flow (66).

71 /100

Webcast Echo Score Breakdown

Webcast delivers a modestly effective low‑budget horror experience that leans on found‑footage conventions. Reviewers praise its unsettling atmosphere and the originality of its premise, while noting uneven pacing and a confusing conclusion. The film’s strengths in visual style and occasional compelling performances help offset its structural flaws, resulting in a generally positive but mixed overall impression.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 72

    In terms of direction and visual craft, the film manages to create tension with its gritty handheld camera work and effective low‑budget set design. Critics note that the editing includes frequent jump cuts that can feel jarring, but the overall cinematographic intent remains coherent. The direction thus balances inventive style with occasional technical distraction.

  • Character & Emotion 68

    When evaluating acting and character depth, reviewers highlight the lead performers as likable and capable of delivering believable fear. At the same time, some dialogue feels improvised and uneven, leading to moments of stilted interaction. Overall, the character work offers sufficient emotional resonance despite occasional flatness.

  • Story & Flow 66

    The narrative presents an original mystery that unfolds as a slow‑burn horror, engaging viewers with its occult undertones. Pacing starts slowly and the middle section is perceived as padding, while the ending is described as ambiguous and sometimes unsatisfying. Nonetheless, the plot maintains enough coherence to sustain interest throughout.

  • Sensory Experience 78

    Sensory elements, especially atmosphere and visual style, receive strong praise for creating a claustrophobic and paranoid mood. The soundscape supports the creeping tension without relying on jump scares, and the found‑footage aesthetic enhances immersion. These sensory choices contribute significantly to the film’s eerie impact.

  • Rewatch Factor 70

    Regarding rewatch value, the film’s unsettling ambience and modest originality encourage repeat viewings for those who appreciate subtle horror. While the confusing conclusion may deter some, the overall experience remains engaging enough that viewers see merit in revisiting the unsettling world it builds.

Videos

Webcast Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Webcast.

Webcast Movie Animated Teaser Trailer
Details

Webcast Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Вебкаст” and “网络直播”.

Also known as
  • Вебкаст
  • 网络直播

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FAQ

Webcast FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Webcast, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Webcast?

Webcast runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was Webcast released?

Webcast was released on December 15, 2018.

Who directed Webcast?

Webcast was directed by Paul McGhie.

Who is in the cast of Webcast?

Webcast stars Samantha Redford as Chloe Webber, Ayvianna Snow as Webcast viewer (voice) and Nicola Wright as Kimberley Webber, among 19 credited actors.

What was the budget of Webcast?

Webcast had a reported budget of $26,000.

Does Webcast have a post-credit scene?

No. Webcast has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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