A good supernatural mystery is a staple of the horror genre, especially this time of year. While this month has been light on horror movie options in theaters, this week we get an expansion of horror offerings with Shelby Oaks. It is a film that takes a unique approach that pays off well.

In the film, we’re introduced to a group of YouTube sensations—the Paranormal Paranoids. Their leader, Riley (Sarah Durn), was a charismatic presence with something of a supernatural gift. In 2008, while shooting a new video, her co-stars are found murdered, while she disappears.

Now, more than a decade later, her sister, Mia (Camille Sullivan), is still looking for answers. She’s participating in a new documentary meant to shed light on the experience and keep the search for Riley alive. In process of that, a stranger arrives on her doorstep. He has a new piece of evidence that Mia keeps to herself.

Mia is convinced there is more going on with Riley. She sets out on a personal mission to dig into Riley’s last video—set near the defunct town of Shelby Oaks—to discover what really happened.

This film comes from writer/director Chris Stuckman, himself a YouTube creator. That’s how he got his start, with one of his early shorts inspiring this first feature-length film. It’s clear he understands that world and weaves it into this story. The first section of the film, in fact, is a fascinating documentary that provides context and backstory while pulling you into the central mystery.

I like how the film all comes together. The front section—which easily could have been its own short—is a great entry to the world and the players. We’re left with a dramatic moment that sets the rest of the journey into motion. Using a combination of tense moments and some found footage, this one draws you in and ramps up the tension.

I enjoyed Sullivan in the lead role. She does a nice job of carrying the main narrative and being the focal point of the story. I enjoyed her performance in this, especially during some of the tensest sequences.

Stuckman does a nice job of building the story and tension. The third act has a few twists—that while somewhat predictable—still deliver thanks to the strong set up work. I also liked that this is a crisp 90-minute film that doesn’t overstay its welcome. It builds a solid premise, some tension, and delivers a resolution that will keep viewers engaged.

If you’re looking for a little horror film in theaters this spooky season, Shelby Oaks is a great option. Shelby Oaks opens in theaters on Friday, October 24.

Matthew Fox is a graduate of the Radio, Television and Film program at Biola University, and a giant nerd. He spends his free time watching movies, TV, and obsessing about football. He is a member of the FSWA. You can find him @knighthawk7734 on Twitter and as co-host of the Fantasy Football Roundtable Podcast.