Adam Scott Explains Hokum’s Creepy Horror Details | SXSW 2026

Adam Scott explains Hokum and why skeptics still get scared. The Severance star joins director Damian McCarthy at SXSW to talk about their eerie new horror film and the psychology behind its scares. Scott breaks down playing a character who dismisses the supernatural as “hokum,” while McCarthy reveals how the film slowly twists that certainty. They also discuss the power of subtle horror: strange figurines, unsettling close-ups, and editing techniques that make ordinary objects feel ominous. 0:00 Why acting can feel terrifying 0:23 The origin of the title Hokum 1:00 Adam Scott’s real-life skepticism about ghosts 2:30 The creepy details hidden in Hokum’s set design 3:43 The editing trick that makes objects feel alive 5:12 What actually scares the Hokum team Visit us at: http://www.cbr.com Like us on Facebook: / cbrofficialpage Follow us on Twitter: / cbr Follow us on Instagram: / cbrofficialpage #hokum #adamscott #cbrpresents