The Haunting of Dalva House
The Haunting of Dalva House

The Haunting of Dalva House

2023Movie76 minEnglish

A ghost hunter and his film crew inadvertently open a portal to another realm and find themselves up against an ancient demonic force.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users65%
Director: J. SmithGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple inherits a remote, dilapidated mansion with a dark past. As they begin renovations, unsettling events and disturbing apparitions plague their every move, revealing a tragic history tied to the house's former occupants. They must uncover the truth behind the haunting before they become the next victims of Dalva House.

Critical Reception

The Haunting of Dalva House received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its atmospheric tension and visual style, but criticism for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences generally found it to be a moderately effective horror film, though some felt it relied too heavily on jump scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and effective jump scares.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and lack of character development.
  • Visually striking but ultimately predictable horror fare.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's spooky setting and suspenseful moments, finding it to be a decent watch for horror fans. However, many felt the story could have been more original and the scares more impactful.

Fun Fact

The crumbling facade of Dalva House was achieved using a combination of practical aging techniques and digital enhancements to create a truly gothic and unsettling aesthetic.

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