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Dummy
A coming of age drama about two young brothers whose lives are thrown into turmoil when their mother dies suddenly, leaving them to fend for themselves. While Danny loses himself in music, sex and drugs, his younger brother Jack transforms a life size mannequin into a brand new mum for him to talk to. Jack's obsession leads to both comic misunderstandings and bitter antagonism as the pair battle through grief, anger and denial.
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Plot Summary
A young woman finds herself trapped in her own home with a deranged intruder, only to discover that the real horror may lie within her own mind. As her sanity unravels, she must confront her deepest fears to survive the night. The film blurs the lines between reality and delusion, leaving the audience questioning what is truly happening.
Critical Reception
Dummy (2009) received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged the film's attempt at psychological horror and suspense, many found its execution to be flawed, citing issues with pacing, plot coherence, and character development. Its low distribution and limited release contributed to its relatively obscure status.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
Attempts at suspense are often undermined by jarring editing and a lack of clear narrative direction.
Some viewers appreciated the unsettling atmosphere, but it wasn't enough to elevate the overall experience.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally reflect a disappointment with the film's convoluted storyline and unconvincing performances, with some finding the low-budget production evident.
Fun Fact
Despite its horror genre, the film was primarily advertised as a psychological thriller, aiming for a more subtle and unsettling terror than typical gore-focused horror movies.
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