Overtime Frightened
Overtime Frightened

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Overtime Frightened

2024
Movie
89 min
Mandarin

A young professional woman, driven to despair by relentless overtime, takes her own life by jumping from a building. Following her tragic death, the building is haunted by eerie occurrences and strange phenomena.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: Jane DoeGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of late-night office workers find themselves trapped in their building after hours, only to discover they are not alone. A mysterious entity begins to stalk them one by one, turning their overtime shift into a terrifying fight for survival. As the clock ticks down, they must uncover the dark secret lurking within the office before they all become victims.

Critical Reception

Overtime Frightened has garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and inventive scares. However, some found the plot predictable and the character development lacking. Audience reception has been largely enthusiastic, particularly among horror fans who appreciated its fresh take on the slasher genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its claustrophobic tension and effective jump scares.

  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic narrative and underdeveloped characters.

  • Appreciated for its modern take on classic horror tropes.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed the film's intense scares and thrilling pace, with many highlighting the effective use of sound design and visual effects. Some viewers found the ending a bit rushed, but overall satisfaction was high.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Horror Film at the Indie Scream Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on practical sets, with director Jane Doe emphasizing a tactile and realistic approach to the horror elements.

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