Barricade
Barricade

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Barricade

2012
Movie
82 min
English

A father's quiet retreat to the woods with his two children turns into a fight for survival.

Insights

IMDb2.4/10
Director: Andrew BellwareGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disturbed composer, tormented by the memory of his deceased wife, becomes increasingly isolated in his mansion. As he spirals deeper into paranoia, he starts to believe that unseen forces are trying to break into his home. His grip on reality loosens as he fortifies his house, suspecting a sinister plot against him.

Critical Reception

Barricade (2012) received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, often cited for its convoluted plot, poor acting, and low production value. It is generally considered an obscure and unmemorable entry in the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lackluster plot and pacing issues detract from any potential scares.

  • Performances are widely criticized as amateurish and unconvincing.

  • Low budget is evident, leading to uninspired visuals and effects.

Google audience: Audience reception for Barricade is largely non-existent due to its limited release and lack of widespread availability, with no significant trends in positive or negative feedback discernible.

Fun Fact

Director Andrew Bellware also stars in the film and reportedly handled many aspects of production himself due to the extremely low budget.

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