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Nightmares Come at Night
Diana Lorys, Collette Jack and Soledad Miranda star in this sexy thriller about two alluring dancers, Cincia and Anne, who embark on an erotically charged partnership. But when Anne starts to have nightmares that feature her as a murderous killer, she begins to lose her grip on reality. Or is reality merely rearing its ugly head in her dreams? She's determined find out what's causing this turmoil before something deadly happens.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy, agoraphobic woman is terrorized by a series of disturbing phone calls and unsettling events within her opulent mansion. As her paranoia intensifies, she begins to question whether the threats are real or a manifestation of her own fractured psyche. The boundaries between reality and delusion blur, leading to a terrifying confrontation with an unseen menace.
Critical Reception
Nightmares Come at Night is a largely forgotten psychological horror film that received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with critics often citing its slow pace and reliance on atmosphere over substance. Audiences found some of the suspenseful moments effective, but many felt the plot was convoluted and unsatisfying.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric tension and claustrophobic setting.
Criticized for a muddled plot and a lack of clear resolution.
Sylvia Miles's performance was noted for its intensity, though it couldn't entirely save the film.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a division between those who appreciated the unsettling mood and those who found the narrative confusing and ultimately disappointing.
Fun Fact
The film's ambiguous ending was a deliberate choice by director Maxwell Glare, intended to leave the audience questioning the protagonist's sanity long after the credits rolled.
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