Faces of Death Review: Controversial 1978 Horror Classic Gets a Darker, Smarter Remake

The original Faces of Death, popular in the late 1970s and 80s, gained notoriety by claiming to show real footage of deaths – both human and animal. Although much of this footage was later revealed to be faked, the film left a lasting impression. That history is precisely what allows a new version to be made in 2026, and makes its message about the dangers of being overly curious about disturbing things feel so unsettling.

