Ashes
One-time hard man Frank Barron is barely recognisable now he’s been afflicted with Alzheimer's, but when his estranged son Jamie visits him in hospital he realises the extra stress Frank is put under and decides to break him out in the hope of returning him to his family. As the two travel across the country, beginning to bond along the way, it soon transpires that both Frank and Jamie are at odds with their past.
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Plot Summary
A group of young people stumble upon a cursed artifact, an ancient urn, while exploring an abandoned house. As they unleash its dark power, they become targets of a vengeful spirit. The group must find a way to contain the evil entity before it consumes them all.
Critical Reception
Ashes (2012) is a low-budget independent horror film that garnered a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. It is often cited as an example of found-footage or supernatural horror that struggles to distinguish itself within a crowded genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks originality and relies heavily on predictable horror tropes.
- The acting is generally considered weak, failing to build believable characters or suspense.
- Technical aspects, such as cinematography and sound design, are often criticized for being amateurish.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Ashes are scarce and generally align with critical sentiment, pointing to a derivative plot and unconvincing performances as significant drawbacks.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a very limited budget, typical of many independent horror projects aiming for a direct-to-video or streaming release.
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