Diggin' A Hole
Diggin' A Hole

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Diggin' A Hole

2022
Movie
5 min
English

A woman, quietly digging a hole in the middle of a field, is suddenly subject to a barrage of questions by a friendly, but oblivious man.

Insights

IMDb4.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic40/100
Google Users55%
Director: Jason MurphyGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of amateur paranormal investigators ventures into an abandoned asylum, rumored to be haunted by its former patients. As they delve deeper into the decaying structure, they uncover a dark secret about the asylum's past and find themselves trapped in a terrifying struggle for survival against an unseen entity.

Critical Reception

Diggin' A Hole received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and underdeveloped characters. However, some praised its atmospheric tension and practical effects, finding it to be a serviceable entry in the found-footage horror genre for fans of the subgenre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creepy atmosphere and effective jump scares.

  • Criticized for relying too heavily on horror tropes and lacking originality.

  • Some reviewers found the found-footage style to be effective in building suspense.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with many appreciating the film's attempt at creating a frightening experience and its commitment to the found-footage aesthetic. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the story was predictable and that the scares didn't quite land consistently.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in a real abandoned hospital, with the cast and crew reportedly experiencing unsettling occurrences during production.

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