V/H/S/99
V/H/S/99 is a 2022 American found footage horror anthology film. It is the fifth installment in the V/H/S series, following V/H/S: Viral. Similar to previous entries, it features a collection of short horror films presented as tapes found within a larger frame narrative.
The film continues the series' use of the VHS format as a framing device, ostensibly presenting these tapes as discovered artifacts from the year 1999. The segments typically involve supernatural or extreme situations, often incorporating themes and aesthetics prevalent in late 1990s culture.
The individual segments within V/H/S/99 are directed by various directors, each bringing their own unique style and perspective to the found footage horror genre. The film aims to evoke a sense of nostalgia for the era while simultaneously delivering disturbing and unsettling narratives. As with other films in the series, audience reception and critical acclaim have been mixed, with praise often directed towards certain segments and criticism towards others. The overall critical consensus acknowledges its commitment to the found footage format and its exploration of horror themes within a specific time period.