Anything That Moves Blu-ray Movie

Rating summary

Movie		2.0
Video		4.5
Audio		4.5
Extras		5.0
Overall		4.5

Anything That Moves Blu-ray Movie Review

Reviewed by Brian Orndorf July 25, 2026

Writer/director Alex Phillips attempted to disturb viewers with his helming debut, 2022’s “All Jacked Up and Full of Worms.” And now he tries again with “Anything That Moves,” which seeks to combine the worlds of giallo and softcore adult entertainment with a study of one big mess coming for a gigolo who’s stuck in a dangerous situation. Phillips aims to make a movie that’s out there and provocative, working with shot-on-film energy and amateur actors, never paying attention to a story as the whole endeavor shuffles from scene to scene. Perhaps it’s meant to upset, but “Anything That Moves” mostly resembles a John Waters offering, with Phillips trying too hard to be edgy in a largely shapeless effort.

Liam (Hal Baum) is a gigolo working with the Snaxxx delivery app to service any customer who’s willing to meet his price. His lover, Thea (Jiana Nicole), is also in the business, with the pair maintaining closeness as they embark on various adventures around Chicago. When one of their clients ends up dead, with his brains scooped out of his head, hostile cops Rick (Frank V. Ross) and Dodge (Jack Dunphy) are on the case, looking for leads to help bust Liam for the crimes. Frightened, but unable to stop working, Liam finds himself in numerous situations of danger, navigating strange clients as the police get closer to arresting him as the body count grows around town.

“Anything That Moves” is mostly about sex. Liam is a popular hire on Snaxxx, even with Thea, who brings her boyfriend in to pleasure her little sister on her birthday. What this relationship actually is isn’t defined in the movie, but nothing truly is. Phillips hopes to conjure an atmospheric study of charged encounters, following Liam as he services men and women (including Ginger Lynn Allen and Nina Hartley) on his route, offering himself to potentially dangerous people. There’s also a murder mystery swirling around “Anything That Moves,” as Liam’s clients are being slaughtered, with the gigolo claiming no knowledge of what’s happening around Rick and Dodge, who are unhinged cops looking to solve the crime.

Phillips works to disorient viewers in “Anything That Moves,” searching for ways to make something subversive out of formula, pushing for a largely visual experience with help from cinematographer Hunter Zimny. The look of the picture is meant to recall exploitation cinema from the 1970s, and Phillips tries to match tone as well, pushing buttons with sexual events, and he’s happy to involve children during graphic horror encounters. It’s meant to be overwhelming, but “Anything That Moves” is mostly meandering and tiresome, with untested actors trying to make sense of feeble dramatic arcs. And while there’s the faint presence of a plot, Phillips doesn’t really care about the story, failing to introduce red herrings and any sort of suspense.

Anything That Moves Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality 

The image presentation (1.85:1 aspect ratio) lists "Anything That Moves" as a "shot entirely on Super 16mm motion picture film and finished in 4K." The feature goes for a grungy, low-budget look, and such a journey is preserved during the viewing experience. Grain is heavy and nicely resolved. Detail reaches as far as possible, examining the many skin particulars of the endeavor, which includes some goopy gore effects. Interiors are dimensional, examining living spaces, and exteriors maintain compelling depth. Costuming is decently fibrous. Color is strong, with rich primaries, including deep red blood. Costuming brings out more varied hues, and golden orgasm lighting registers as intended. Skin tones are natural. Delineation is satisfactory, preserving evening events. Faux damage is present on the film to support the grindhouse aesthetic.

Anything That Moves Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality 

The 5.1 DTS-HD MA mix delivers clear dialogue exchanges from a range of acting styles. Scoring supports with crisp instrumentation, and musical moods occasionally reach into the surrounds for a more immersive listening experience. Atmospherics are appreciable, and some traffic additions offer separation effects. Low-end perks up with heavier musical beats.

Anything That Moves Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras 

• Booklet contains an essay by Brandon Streussnig.

• "A Freaky Little Movie" (20:28, HD) is an interview with writer/director Alex Phillips, who shares his obsession with shooting on film or replicating it digitally, wanting viewers to "smell the scenes," ending up with 16mm for "Anything That Moves." Project origins are recalled, with the interviewee using his delivery employment history to inform the script, also gathering his love of genre moviemaking to help inspire the project. Technical credits and collaborations are celebrated, and casting is explored, including the hiring of adult film stars Ginger Lynn Allen and Nina Hartley. A discussion of the feature's sexual content is provided, with the helmer suddenly realizing he had to deal with others when executing these scenes, trying to support his talent along the way.

• "I'm Down for It" (20:07, HD) is an interview with actor Hal Baum, who started in the Chicago theater scene, eventually meeting writer/director Alex Phillips, who initially cast him in a short film. Eventually passing on a chance to star in "All Jacked Up and Full of Worms," Baum jumped at the chance to act in "Anything That Moves," putting his faith in the helmer's vision. The interviewee examines his relationship with nudity and even baldness, also sharing memories of assorted physical and endurance challenges found during the shoot. Co-stars are assessed, highlighting the differences between working with adults films stars Nina Hartley and Ginger Lynn Allen and the rest of the cast.

• "A Lucky Girl" (15:32, HD) is an interview with actress Ginger Lynn Allen, who shares her acting education, going from adult movies to thespian training, working to develop her career. Receiving an email offer from writer/director Alex Phillips, Allen was immediately interested in the part, thrilled to be part of a movie she doesn't fully understand. The interviewee recalls her experience meeting co-star Hal Baum, eventually sharing personal space and sandwiches with the actor. The atmosphere of the set is also detailed.

• "Bubblegum and Popsicle Sticks" (10:09, HD) is an interview with special effects makeup artist Clye Williamson, who previously worked with writer/director Alex Phillips on "All Jacked Up and Full of Worms." The interviewee discusses his technical achievements and creative accomplishments while managing a limited budget.

• "Keep Your Distance" (16:28, HD) is a dual interview with actors Frank V. Ross and Jack Dunphy, who recall their initial interactions with writer/director Alex Phillips, soon off to shape their characterizations, diving deeper into personalities and backstory. Tales from the "Anything That Moves" shoot are provided, with the men handling challenges and camaraderie. Stories from their upbringing in Chicago are supplied, and characterization is analyzed.

• "Making Art Together" (14:49, HD) is a dual interview with actresses Jade Perry and Jiana Nicole, who recall their initial interactions with writer/director Alex Phillips, with Perry found on an escort site. Memories from the shoot are shared, and co-stars are assessed. The interviewees also highlight their participation in "horny art," and detail location work, fighting heat, bugs, and exposure to people passing by.

• "World Premiere at the 2025 Fantasia International Film Festival" (HD) is broken down into "Introduction" (3:56), "Q&A with Members of the Cast and Crew" (16:41), and "Step and Repeat" (4:50).

• "2025 Screening at Roxy Cinema NYC" (7:40, HD) is a Q&A with writer/director Alex Phillips and cinematographer Hunter Zimny.

• "Behind-the-Scenes Footage" (1:25, HD) is a very brief look at the making of "Anything That Moves," highlighting a few technical challenges and a dancing, fully naked man.

• And a Trailer (1:25, HD) is included.

Anything That Moves Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation 

"Anything That Moves" is indulgent, and that's how Phillips wants it. It's a feature of textures and wetness, watching disturbed people interact with one another as violence periodically surges. The picture is short, but it feels very long, presenting characters that aren't interesting and acting is too amateurish. It's all meant to build to an ending of some intensity, but what's ultimately presented is terribly anticlimactic. Phillips invests in screen mood and filmmaking interests, but that doesn't translate into a riveting study of paranoia and pursuit.