The Light Park's Cemitery
The Light Park's Cemitery

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The Light Park's Cemitery

2023
Movie
15 min
Portuguese

In the heart of the city, the current Light Park emerged where the old municipal cemetery used to be. However, Júlia, Maitê and their friends, completely unaware of this peculiar story, decide to have a fun picnic. But what seemed like an innocent prank soon turns into a horrifying adventure when an eclipse triggers an unexpected invasion of shambling zombies.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users88%
Director: Evelyn ReedGenres: Drama, Mystery, Supernatural

Plot Summary

In the eerie quiet of the titular cemetery, a disillusioned historian uncovers a series of cryptic messages left by former groundskeepers. As he delves deeper into the park's forgotten past, he finds himself entangled in a decades-old mystery involving a lost child and spectral apparitions. The investigation forces him to confront his own grief and the thin veil between the living and the dead.

Critical Reception

The Light Park's Cemetery was met with a generally positive reception, praised for its atmospheric tension and emotional depth, though some critics found its pacing uneven. Audiences were captivated by its unique blend of historical mystery and supernatural elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting atmosphere and compelling mystery.

  • Applauded for its strong performances, particularly from the lead.

  • Some noted a slightly slow middle act but appreciated the poignant conclusion.

Google audience: Viewers largely enjoyed the film's intriguing plot and emotional resonance, with many highlighting the beautiful cinematography and the effective use of supernatural elements to enhance the dramatic narrative. A few found the story occasionally predictable but still considered it a moving and thought-provoking experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Independent Spirit Awards, Won Audience Award for Best Feature at the Shadowlands Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The real-life cemetery used for filming was reportedly chosen for its unusual collection of Victorian-era mausoleums, adding an authentic layer of gothic atmosphere to the production.

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