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Kennel
Pat Hedlund, dog therapist, makes an unfortunate house call that will change her life. This film was made by the team Sound Speed for the Montana 48 Hour Film Project 2023. The team placed third overall in the state. The following criteria were given: horror (genre), Pat Hedlund the dog therapist (character/occupation), chopsticks (prop), and "you did what? When?" (dialogue).
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Plot Summary
A young woman, recently released from prison, attempts to rebuild her life by taking a job as a night watchman at an isolated kennel. However, her past demons and the unsettling atmosphere of the kennel soon converge, leading her into a terrifying ordeal.
Critical Reception
Kennel received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its premise intriguing but ultimately failed to deliver a consistently engaging or original horror experience. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the suspenseful atmosphere while others criticized the predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with pacing and relies on genre tropes without adding significant innovation.
While some praise its attempts at psychological horror and suspense, others found it ultimately unsatisfying.
The performances are generally adequate, but the script doesn't offer them much to work with.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of the tension relying on atmosphere and sound design rather than elaborate special effects.
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