Demons from Her Past
Demons from Her Past

Demons from Her Past

2007Movie88 minEnglish

A woman returns to her hometown searching for retribution after serving time for a crime she didn’t commit.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Kari SkoglandGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A woman grappling with repressed memories of a traumatic childhood event returns to her hometown. As she begins to uncover the truth about her past, she finds herself in danger from those who wish to keep the secrets buried. She must confront her demons, both literal and figurative, to survive.

Critical Reception

Demons from Her Past received a mixed reception. While some critics praised its suspenseful atmosphere and the performances of its lead actresses, others found the plot predictable and the execution somewhat uneven. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the psychological thriller elements and others finding it lacking in originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and strong female leads.
  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and derivative plot points.
  • Some found the psychological elements compelling, while others felt it was underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Demons from Her Past are scarce and varied. Some viewers appreciated the attempt at a psychological thriller with a focus on trauma and memory, finding the suspense engaging. However, a recurring point of criticism was the film's perceived lack of originality and a conclusion that some found unsatisfying or cliché.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Possession of Jane' before being changed to 'Demons from Her Past'.

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r96sk

r96sk

<em>'Demons from Her Past'</em> isn't actually that terrible, but the poor acting and dumb character behaviour hampers everything else down. The premise is more than decent, but the way the characters are portrayed just doesn't make sens...