Blackout
Blackout

Blackout

2013Movie22 minEnglish

Electricity is shut off for the entire City of Portland due to unpaid bills at the Mayor's Office.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: R. EllisGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip in the remote wilderness find themselves trapped when their car breaks down. As darkness falls and they attempt to seek help, they encounter a series of terrifying events and realize they are not alone in the woods.

Critical Reception

Blackout (2013) received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its predictable plot, weak character development, and uninspired scares. While some acknowledged the attempt at a survival horror atmosphere, the execution was widely seen as falling short.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a derivative plot and a lack of originality.
  • Characters are underdeveloped and their decisions often unbelievable.
  • The horror elements fail to deliver genuine scares or tension.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in Quebec, Canada, with much of the footage captured in and around the Laurentian Mountains.

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