The Masked Killer Who Targets "Ratchet" People | Ratchet (2025) Review

Ratchet (2025) is an urban horror/slasher film directed by The Green Brothers (R. Saeed Green and Rasheed K. Green). After building a following with their series The Urbans, the duo moved into the horror genre with this feature-length project, which was filmed in Atlanta.Plot & SynopsisThe story centers on a delusional loner who seeks out a voodoo concoction to exact revenge.* The Premise: After a “ratchet” hip-hop artist is suspected of murdering a love interest on Halloween, a vengeful killer begins targeting anyone he deems “undesirable” or “ratchet.”* The Twist: The killer uses a voodoo potion intended to keep his victims alive indefinitely so he can torture them, though the potion also clouds the user’s judgment.* Main Character: Alisha (played by Christina Karis) discovers the chilling link between a series of brutal killings and the artist.Production & Cast* Cast:* Christina Karis (The Walking Dead) as Alisha* Rodney Perry (Madea’s Big Happy Family)* Shannon Brown* YP Da Don* Special Effects: Notably for genre fans, the film emphasizes practical effects, led by artist Median Crosby.* Streaming: Released through Indie Rights, the film became available on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV in late 2025/early 2026. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goreandgrimepodcast.substack.com