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Initiation
After the death of his mother, teenage Danny visits his father Matt Malloy on a lonesome farm in Australia, where he lives with a girlfriend and her daughter Stevie. The farm has been going bad lately, so Matt starts smuggling Marijuana for a drug connection. When Danny joins him on one of his flights, the two-seater crashes in the middle of nowhere. Since his father is wounded, he has to conquer the jungle alone in search for help.
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Plot Summary
A group of college students embarks on a weekend retreat to a remote cabin, unaware that a deranged killer is lurking in the woods. As they settle in, strange occurrences begin, and it soon becomes clear they are not alone. The students must fight for their lives as they are systematically hunted down by the mysterious assailant.
Critical Reception
Initiation (1987) is a low-budget slasher film that garnered a cult following among horror enthusiasts for its gritty atmosphere and suspenseful chase sequences. While not critically acclaimed upon release, it has been recognized for its contributions to the genre's independent scene.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and effective suspense.
Noted for its independent spirit and contributions to the slasher genre.
Criticized for its predictable plot and low production values.
Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Initiation' to be a serviceable B-movie horror flick. While some appreciated its genuine scares and suspenseful moments, others felt it suffered from a lack of originality and rough execution.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a shoestring budget, with much of the cast and crew working for little to no pay.
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