Gordon
I had huge hope for this movie as the trailer is outstanding. It seems that about 40 minutes into the film there is what I would consider to be a significant time jump. You go from the natural progression of the story to jumping straigh...
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The Mortuary Assistant
2026
Movie
91 min
English
Rebecca Owens, a recent mortuary science graduate takes a night shift job at River Fields Mortuary. Initially, the job seems straightforward — embalming bodies, completing paperwork, and keeping things tidy. But once Rebecca starts working the night shift, things take a dark turn.
Insights
IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes76%
Google Users74%
Director: Nichole Shinn•Genres: Horror, Thriller
Plot Summary
A young mortuary assistant takes on the night shift at a funeral home, only to find herself haunted by a malevolent entity. As she desperately tries to uncover the mystery behind the demonic presence, she must confront her own past traumas and fight for her survival. The film delves into themes of grief, guilt, and the supernatural.
Critical Reception
The Mortuary Assistant received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its atmosphere and jump scares, though some critics found the plot predictable. It gained a cult following among horror enthusiasts for its unique premise and effective tension.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense atmosphere and effective jump scares that build dread.
The unique premise of a demonic possession within a mortuary setting was a highlight for many.
Some reviewers found the narrative to be somewhat formulaic for the horror genre.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's suspenseful build-up and frightening moments, appreciating its straightforward horror approach. However, a portion of viewers felt that the story could have been more original, with some citing a lack of deeper character development.
Fun Fact
The film was developed from a popular indie horror video game of the same name, which contributed to its initial buzz among gamers and horror fans.
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graeaehorror
Everything is here to make this a great horror – a creepy setting, extensive backstory, a strong fan following, but something doesn’t quite hit right. Instead of playing to these strengths, the film leans more into horror tropes (jump scare...