Dive into one of the most unsettling and artistically ambitious machinima films we’ve ever reviewed. In this episode of Now For Something Completely Machinima, we explore “The Murderer” by Yago Muriel — a haunting black-and-white psychological horror created in Garry’s Mod that blends surrealism, classic cinema, and existential dread.

With clear influences from David Lynch, The Outer Limits, and Hitchcock-era filmmaking, this film transforms a humble game engine into something deeply disturbing, poetic, and unforgettable. Expect eerie bird motifs, ambiguous storytelling, and a shocking twist that lingers long after the credits.

If you love psychological horror, surreal films, experimental storytelling, or indie filmmaking, this is a must-watch discussion.

🎥 What We Discuss in This Review

• How The Murderer pushes machinima storytelling to new heights
• The influence of classic black-and-white horror & surreal cinema
• Why limitations of game engines can enhance creativity
• The film’s disturbing emotional tone and psychological depth
• Multiple interpretations of its ambiguous, haunting ending

🔥 Why This Film Matters

This isn’t just another machinima experiment — it’s a masterclass in mood, editing, and storytelling under constraints. By embracing the quirks of Garry’s Mod, Yago Muriel creates something that feels closer to arthouse cinema than gaming content.

If you’re a filmmaker, creator, or horror fan, there’s a lot to learn here.

Audio only version of this episode

Youtube Version of this Episode

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Show Notes & Links

The Murderer – Garry’s mod shortfilm by Yago Muriel, released 25 July 2025