The Cottage

A teenage girl named Diane is sent to a remote country cottage for the summer by her parents. She is accompanied by her older sister, Faith, and Faith's friends, all of whom are eager for a carefree vacation. However, their plans are disrupted when they encounter a mysterious and menacing hermit who lives in the woods.

The Cottage, also known as "The Outing" or "Blood Sisters", is a lesser-known slasher film from the early 1980s. While it has a cult following among horror enthusiasts, it generally received mixed to negative reviews from mainstream critics at the time of its release due to its predictable plot and graphic violence. It is often considered a typical example of the exploitation horror subgenre of its era.

• The film struggles with a weak narrative and often relies on shock value.

• Despite its flaws, some viewers appreciate its gritty atmosphere and early slasher elements.

• The pacing can be slow, with the horror elements feeling somewhat derivative of other films in the genre.

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The film was re-edited and released under several different titles, including 'The Outing' and 'Blood Sisters', in an attempt to capitalize on the slasher film craze and to bypass potential censorship issues.