Night Terror
Night Terror

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Night Terror

1977
Movie
73 min
English

A housewife flees from a policeman's killer on the road between Phoenix and Denver.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, seeking solace after a traumatic event, moves into a secluded house. However, her peace is shattered when she begins to suspect that the house itself is malevolent and actively trying to harm her. Strange occurrences and a growing sense of dread escalate into a terrifying fight for survival against an unseen force.

Critical Reception

Night Terror is a lesser-known horror film that garnered mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric tension and suspenseful build-up, others found its plot predictable and its scares less impactful. Audiences at the time were divided, with some appreciating its psychological horror elements and others finding it derivative of more successful genre films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and suspenseful narrative.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and less effective scares.

  • Felt by some to be a derivative entry in the horror genre.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Night Terror' (1977) is not readily available, making it difficult to ascertain specific audience likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended as a pilot for a potential television series, which ultimately did not materialize.

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