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The Sitters
A pet sitter comes to watch a cat for the first time. He finds a list of cat-sitting duties in a puddle on the counter next to a spilt glass of water. The writing on the list has blurred and is illegible. As he begins to do the tasks, The Cat follows him around leaving inky black trails. The Cat scratches him, licking the blood from his claw. Nervous and hurt, The Sitter goes to clean the litter box where he finds a bone buried. He looks up what kind of bone it is, discovering it is a human tibia.The Cat then transforms into a terrifying monster, throwing The Sitter from the couch and the phone from his hand where it hits the ground and accidentally calls The Owner. The Owner, now on speaker, say they cannot help. The Cat bites off The Sitter's hand and after a cat-and-man chase scene, The Cat swallows down The Sitter and returns to his normal cat shape.
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Plot Summary
A young couple, trying to escape their past, takes on a house-sitting job in a remote, isolated home. However, they soon discover that the house harbors a dark secret and they are not alone. As strange occurrences escalate, they must uncover the truth behind the haunting before they become the next victims.
Critical Reception
Early reviews suggest that "The Sitters" is a tension-filled horror film that relies on atmosphere and suspense. Critics have noted its effective jump scares and claustrophobic setting, though some found the plot predictable. Audience reception is still developing given its recent release.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and effective scares.
Criticized by some for a predictable storyline.
Appreciated for its isolated and creepy setting.
Google audience: As an independently released film in 2024, detailed user reviews on Google are not yet widely available.
Fun Fact
Director Patrick Rea is known for his work in the independent horror circuit, often focusing on psychological thrillers with contained settings.
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