Bogeyman
Bogeyman

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Bogeyman

2023
Movie
102 min
Arabic

The events of the film revolve in one day around Sultan, a veteran criminal who was released from prison. But, he is surprised by the appearance of his two sons which he knew nothing while beings forced to escape with them amid a gang pursuing him.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes64%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users70%
Director: Rob SavageGenres: Horror, Thriller, Supernatural

Plot Summary

Following the tragic death of their mother, two sisters and their father are tormented by a malevolent, life-threatening presence that resides in their home. They must find a way to confront the entity, which appears to feed on their fear and grief, before it consumes them entirely. The film explores themes of loss, trauma, and the primal fear of the unknown.

Critical Reception

The Boogeyman received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its effective scares, atmospheric tension, and strong performances, particularly from the lead actresses. Some critics noted that while it followed familiar horror tropes, it executed them with skill and originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its jump scares and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Lauded for strong performances, especially by the young cast.

  • Some found the plot derivative, but acknowledged its skillful execution.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's scares and suspenseful storytelling. Many found it to be a satisfying horror experience, though a portion felt it relied too heavily on common horror movie conventions.

Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of a 1973 short story of the same name by Stephen King, which had previously been adapted into a television film in 1982.

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