Night Five
Night Five

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Night Five

2022
Movie
100 min
English

A young man takes a job at a failing pizzeria in hopes of solving the disappearance of a missing employee. There he's forced to confront his troubled past to not only find the missing worker, but save himself.

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IMDb4.0/10
Director: David H. LeeGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

Five friends break into an abandoned asylum for a night of fun, but soon discover they are not alone. A terrifying presence begins to hunt them one by one, forcing them to confront their deepest fears to survive. As the night progresses, the asylum's dark secrets are revealed, and the friends realize this is more than just a haunting – it's a fight for their lives.

Critical Reception

Night Five received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and derivative scares. However, some audiences appreciated its straightforward approach to horror tropes and the inclusion of genre veterans.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on jump scares and familiar horror clichés.

  • Despite a weak script, the presence of Eric Roberts and Danny Trejo offers some brief moments of interest.

  • Fails to deliver originality or significant tension.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available, but general online commentary suggests a mixed-to-negative sentiment, with viewers often pointing out the film's lack of innovation in the horror genre.

Fun Fact

The film reportedly utilized a largely unknown cast in supporting roles, relying on the star power of Eric Roberts and Danny Trejo to attract attention.

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