Goodnight, August
Goodnight, August

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Goodnight, August

2023
Movie
23 min
English

August, a former preacher with a dark past, is stuck in a lucid dream where he faces his worst nightmare---his own shadow.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users78%
Director: Christian LarsenGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A grieving father rents out his childhood home, only to discover that his late mother's unsettling past is tied to the house's dark history and a malevolent presence within. As supernatural events escalate, he must confront the entity and uncover the truth before it consumes him.

Critical Reception

Goodnight, August received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and unsettling premise, while some noted pacing issues and a reliance on familiar horror tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective jump scares and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Acknowledged for a strong central performance and intriguing mystery.

  • Some reviewers found the plot predictable in its latter half.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful build-up and creepy imagery, with many finding it a satisfying horror experience. However, a segment of viewers felt the story could have been more original.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Feature Film at the 2023 Vancouver Horror Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The production team utilized practical effects extensively to create the film's eerie atmosphere and supernatural manifestations, aiming for a tactile and visceral horror experience.

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