The Lumber Yard
The Lumber Yard

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The Lumber Yard

2011
Movie
Adult · 18+
240 min
English

Settle back and watch the Men of Falcon get down and dirty in the great outdoors...working their wood

Insights

IMDb3.9/10
Director: Josh GibsonGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the remote, desolate setting of a defunct lumber yard, a group of friends seeking a thrill find themselves in a desperate fight for survival. As the night progresses, they realize they are not alone and are being hunted by a relentless and terrifying entity. Their only hope lies in uncovering the dark secrets hidden within the abandoned site before they become its next victims.

Critical Reception

The Lumber Yard (2011) received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its predictable plot and low-budget execution, though some acknowledged its attempt at creating a suspenseful atmosphere within its confined setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and some effective jump scares.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Deemed a standard low-budget horror flick with little originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Lumber Yard' are scarce, but those available suggest a film that delivers some basic horror elements but ultimately fails to distinguish itself from numerous similar genre entries.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location at a disused industrial site, contributing to its raw and gritty aesthetic.

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