The Stalking (2024) – Terror Sprouts in Suburbia

They were bullied. They fought back. Mother Nature stepped in

The Stalking (2024), directed by Jeff Kirkendall and Mark Polonia, is a low-budget indie horror flick that blends witchcraft, Halloween lore, and teenage revenge into a surprisingly quirky yet eerie ride. A suburban town’s quiet Halloween night is shattered when a resentful witch conjures malignant sunflower plants that turn deadly, forcing a group of bullied teens into a fight for survival.

The film thrives on practical effects—those grotesque, smoking sunflower monsters steal every scene, creating a mash‑up of whimsy and gore that recalls cult classics more than polished studio horrors. The plot plays out like a frantic carnival ride: kids with grudges, supernatural vengeance, and killer flora all collide in a chaotic, occasionally charming mess. A rambling storyline and pacing hiccups may slow the momentum at times, but fans of B‑movie schlock will find enough campy fun to enjoy

At just over 70 minutes, the film packs in teenage drama, spooked suburbanites, and a literal witch’s curse in a tight runtime. Its low-tech but creative vision gives it a DIY charm: from vine-writhing sunflowers to smoke effects that feel handcrafted, it’s clear the film leans into its limitations to stand out.

If you're in the mood for a Halloween-time oddity—think killer flowers meets revenge-of-the-nerds, with a witchy twist—The Stalking is worth a look. Not horror for everyone, but an indie garland of creative imagination and camp value.