Renegade
Renegade

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Renegade

1987
Movie
92 min
English

While on his travel across the Southwestern United States, with his Jeep CJ Renegade and his chestnut colt named Joe Brown, Luke meets Matt, son of a friend of his, Moose, who is in jail. Moose asks Luke to take care of Matt, and to help him to take possession of a piece of land. So starts their travel, full of adventures...

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Dan CurtisGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple buys a secluded cabin in the woods, only to discover it's haunted by the vengeful spirit of a woman who was murdered there years ago. The spirit begins to terrorize them, blurring the lines between reality and nightmare. They must find a way to appease the restless entity before it consumes them entirely.

Critical Reception

Renegade (1987) is a lesser-known horror film that garnered a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. It is often cited for its atmospheric tension but criticized for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. The film is generally considered a forgettable entry in the late 1980s horror landscape.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt at creating a spooky atmosphere.

  • Criticized for a derivative storyline and lack of originality.

  • Found to be slow-paced with unconvincing performances.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Renegade are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with its execution. Viewers often found the horror elements uninspired and the pacing to be a significant drawback, leading to a lack of engagement.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Dan Curtis Productions, known for other horror television films and series like 'Dark Shadows' and 'The Night Stalker'.

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