From indie horror stalwart Will Collazo Jr., Amityville Chupacabra delivers exactly what fans of the long-running Amityville legacy crave: a wild, blood-soaked, and unapologetically fun creature feature that blends urban legend with supernatural terror.
The premise is simple but effective: a team of cryptozoologists captures the elusive Chupacabra, only to find themselves trapped inside a remote research facility when the beast breaks free. What follows is a claustrophobic fight for survival that mixes the haunted energy of Amityville with the primal fear of a creature that shouldn’t exist.
Collazo, whose growing catalog of horror films (Amityville Zombies, Night of the Zomghouls) has earned him a devoted cult following, continues to lean into his signature grindhouse flair with practical effects, eerie lighting, and a sense of homemade authenticity that makes his films feel like late-night VHS treasures. There’s a scrappy charm here that fans of B-movie horror will appreciate.
Julie Anne Prescott anchors the cast with a strong, grounded performance that balances toughness and vulnerability. Alongside Evan Jacobs, Michael Ochotorena, and Collazo himself, the ensemble sells both the tension and the absurdity of their predicament. Prescott’s long résumé in indie horror clearly shines through; she knows how to handle a scream scene and still keep her character believable.
Produced by Gregory Hatanaka (Samurai Cop 2) and Jamie Grefe (District Quarantine), the film embraces its modest scale with confidence, never overreaching. Instead, it focuses on atmosphere, pacing, and creature-driven suspense. The Chupacabra design itself is a highlight: a mix of practical gore and shadowy glimpses that recall classic monster movies of the ’80s.
While Amityville Chupacabra won’t win over viewers looking for polished, studio-grade horror, it succeeds on its own terms as a lively, self-aware, and surprisingly intense entry in the ever-expanding Amityville mythos. It’s clear that Collazo and his team are having a blast bringing this “new breed of Amityville terror” to life, and that enthusiasm bleeds through every frame.
Verdict: A beastly blend of indie grit and supernatural horror, Amityville Chupacabra is a must-watch for fans of creature features, urban legends, and the DIY spirit of cult cinema. It’s messy, mad, and monstrously entertaining, exactly the kind of midnight movie Amityville deserves.
Jessie Hobson