Heartbreak Hotel

You know that old saying about how everyone’s got a story? Well, according to the *Santa Barbara Independent*, local-boy-done-good Adam Scott is back with a new haunted hotel flick called *Hokum* — and it sounds like the perfect excuse to stay in on a foggy coastal night. Scott, who grew up right here in Santa Barbara, has always had a knack for blending humor with heart (and sometimes a little horror), so it’s no surprise he’s diving into the spooky side of things. The *Independent* calls it a clever reboot of the haunted hotel genre, which feels fitting for a community that knows a thing or two about historic lodges with creaky floorboards and whispered legends.

What makes this fun for us locals is that *Hokum* isn’t just another jump-scare factory — it’s a chance to see one of our own play with the kind of eerie, character-driven storytelling that feels right at home on the Central Coast. Whether you’re a fan of Scott’s deadpan delivery from *Parks and Rec* or just love a good ghost story, this one’s worth checking out. So grab a blanket, pour some local wine, and let *Hokum* remind you why the scariest stories always start with a creaking door — and a familiar face.