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I'd love it if 99% of the marketing for this movie didn't involve giving away the vampire's appearance, because that wholly original reveal is one of the best parts of _The Night Flier_.
_Final rating:★★★ - I personally recommend you giv...
The Night Flier
1997Movie93 minEnglish
For cynical tabloid journo Richard Dees, facts are always stranger than fiction. Every headline is a dead-line. Serial killers, UFO abductions, tales of molestation, mayhem and murder. To some the tales are mere sleazy fantasy – but his faithful readers believe. And now there's a new story: The Night Flier. What is it that travels by night in a dark-winged Cessna, lands at secluded airfields and murders local residents? Dees begins to track the unknown killer in a Cessna of his own, uncovering clues that reveal a pilot more terrifying than he could have ever imagined.
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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes58%
Metacritic50/100
Google Users65%
Director: Mark Pavia•Genres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery
Plot Summary
A cynical tabloid reporter, desperate for a career-saving story, investigates a series of bizarre murders that appear to be the work of a vampire. As he delves deeper into the case, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous world where the line between myth and reality blurs. The reporter's pursuit of the ultimate scoop leads him to a terrifying encounter with the supernatural entity responsible for the killings.
Critical Reception
The Night Flier received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and Miguel Ferrer's performance, while others found its plot somewhat predictable and underdeveloped. It gained a cult following among horror enthusiasts for its gritty portrayal of a vampire story.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dark, gritty atmosphere and unsettling tone.
- Miguel Ferrer's compelling performance as the driven reporter is a standout element.
- Some critics found the pacing uneven and the vampire mythology less impactful than expected.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciate the film's suspenseful nature and the lead actor's contribution, though some found the story to be less engaging than hoped for.
Fun Fact
The film is based on a short story of the same name by acclaimed horror author Stephen King, which was published in the anthology 'Cemetery Dance'.
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