House Under the Moon
House Under the Moon

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House Under the Moon

1983
Movie
86 min
Russian

About the fight against poaching in the camel-breeding state farm. The young worker Daut returned with his family from the city to his native land. It was difficult at first in the steppe without water, gas, light. Suddenly, the local driver Askerbek came to the rescue, who got the engine to Daut. Now the yurt has become cozy and warm. But soon the newcomer realized that this service was not selfless...

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Stelios MantasGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of students seeking refuge from a storm find themselves trapped in an isolated, eerie mansion. As they explore the decaying structure, they uncover a dark history and become prey to an unseen, malevolent force. The house seems to hold a sinister intelligence, playing on their fears and driving them to madness or a gruesome end.

Critical Reception

While not widely released internationally, "House Under the Moon" (also known as "Spiti Kato apo to Fegari") gained a cult following among horror aficionados for its atmospheric dread and psychological tension, though it was also criticized for its slow pacing and ambiguous narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and sense of isolation.

  • Commended for its suspenseful build-up and psychological horror elements.

  • Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and less than clear resolution.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to limited availability, but accessible reviews often highlight its effectiveness as a mood piece and a slow-burn terror experience.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a real, reportedly haunted, mansion in Greece, with some crew members allegedly experiencing paranormal phenomena during production.

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