Movie Review: Daniel DelPurgatorio’s ‘Marshmallow’ (2025) – PopHorror

Sometimes it’s best to go into a film completely blind so you do know what to expect. This is what I did with Marshmallow, and it completely took me by surprise.

When a once-fabled campfire tale becomes real, a group of campers uncover a profound secret that questions their very existence.

Marshmallow was directed by Daniel DelPurgatorio (Tales of the Black Freighter) from a script by Andy Greskoviak (Black Friday). The film stars Corbin Bernsen (read our interview with him HERE), Giorgia Whigham (Ted TV Series), Pierson Fode (72 Hours), Paul Soter (Club Dread), Kue Lawrence (Unfrosted), Kai Cech (Ba), Miya Cech (American Girl: Corinne Tan), Jordyn Raya James (A Family Reunion Christmas), Max Malas (Kinda Pregnant), Samantha Neyland Trumbo (Tempted), Maxwell Whittington-Cooper (Babygirl), Winston Vengapally (Gangs of Oslo), and Dylan Friedman (LA Jesus).

One of the things I liked best about Marshmallow was its mysterious and tense atmosphere. I was on edge and trying to figure out what was going on throughout the film. It really does keep you guessing. The story is full of twists and turns that keep you on your toes.

Another thing I really enjoyed was the cast and characters. Kue Lawrence does a good job as Morgan, the lead of the film. He’s a kid who is frequently bullied and doesn’t want to go to camp for the summers, who also has a pretty debilitating fear of water. He was easy to sympathize with. Kai Kech was great as Pilar, the object of Morgan’s affection. Their chemistry was really solid and believable. Max Malas was excellent as Dirk, a kid who Morgan befriends at camp. He brought a much needed sense of humor to the film. Maxwell Whittington-Cooper did a nice job as Franklin, a sympathetic camp counselor.

I really enjoyed the score of the film. It had a nice retro 80s vibe that worked well. Marshmallow, despite taking place in modern times, feels very much like a film from the 80s. I really liked the look of The Doctor, wearing something akin to a hazmat suit with a light in the middle of his head and armed with a glowing cattle prod. He’s definitely an imposing figure.

Final Thoughts

Marshmallow is a tense and mysterious experience. The film really keeps you guessing and on the edge of your seat. With a very 80s vibe, the film has a wonderful cast who makes you care about the characters. Highly recommend.

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