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Slant
Melbourne. 1999. Christmas time! In this darkly comic thriller, a career-crazed journalist dredges up the sordid secrets of an infamous socialite after her mysterious disappearance.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a road trip break down in a remote, abandoned town. They soon discover they are not alone as a terrifying presence begins to hunt them down. The group must fight for survival against a relentless and mysterious force that lurks in the shadows of the forgotten community.
Critical Reception
Slant (2022) received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences, with many pointing to its derivative plot and lackluster execution. The film struggled to find a unique voice within the crowded horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
Often criticized for being predictable and lacking originality.
Panned for its slow pacing and uninspired scares.
The film's technical aspects and performances were largely deemed insufficient.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Slant were overwhelmingly negative, with viewers frequently citing a lack of genuine scares and a story that failed to engage.
Fun Fact
Director Rich Ragsdale also wrote and directed the 2015 horror film 'The Haunting of Blackburne House'.
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