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Fearville

1997
Movie
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English

A short by Steve Street. The film was aqquired on VHS Tape by the BFI National Archive on the 7th of June 1998.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Peter ElblingGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip in the remote woods stumble upon a seemingly abandoned town. As they explore, they realize the town is not as deserted as it appears, and a sinister presence begins to hunt them. They must uncover the town's dark secrets to survive the night.

Critical Reception

Fearville received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. However, some audiences found it to be a passable B-movie horror flick for its suspenseful moments and some gore. It has since gained a cult following among fans of 90s direct-to-video horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • Panned for its unoriginality and weak storytelling.

  • Criticized for its low production values and predictable scares.

  • Some viewers found intermittent moments of tension to be effective.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for Fearville is not readily available.

Fun Fact

Fearville was filmed in North Carolina, with much of the exteriors shot in abandoned or sparsely populated areas to enhance the desolate atmosphere.

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