Madhouse
Madhouse

Madhouse

2004Movie91 minEnglish

A young psychiatric intern unearths secrets about the mental health facility in which he works.

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: William ButlerGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Rebecca, begins to suspect her new husband, Max, is not who he seems. Following a series of unsettling events and nightmares, she uncovers a dark family secret involving a mental institution and a dangerous pact. Rebecca must confront the horrifying truth about Max's past and his family's twisted legacy before she becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Madhouse (2004) received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot, poor acting, and reliance on predictable horror tropes. Audiences also found the film to be underwhelming, with many criticizing its lack of originality and effective scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a nonsensical and predictable plot.
  • Performances are generally weak, failing to elevate the material.
  • Lacks genuine scares and relies on cheap jump scares and gore.

Google audience: Google user reviews for Madhouse (2004) are scarce and predominantly negative, with many viewers expressing disappointment in the film's weak storyline, poor character development, and uninspired horror elements. The film is often described as a forgettable entry in the horror genre.

Fun Fact

Despite being marketed with the name Clive Barker, the famous horror author and director had no creative involvement with this film; his name was used purely for promotional purposes.

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John Chard

John Chard

We all go a little crazy sometimes. Straight to DVD fare it may be, but it has some merit as a spooker to make it worth spending time with. Plot finds Joshua Leonard as a psychiatric intern who arrives at Cunningham Hall Mental Facility...