Summoned
Summoned

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Summoned

2013
Movie
91 min
English

Follow three individuals who served on the jury for one of San Francisco's most high profile serial killer cases. Now someone, or something, is killing them off one by one.

Insights

IMDb4.5/10
Director: T.J. ScottGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends is haunted by a demonic entity after one of them attempts to summon it. As the entity grows stronger, they must find a way to stop it before it consumes them all. The film blends supernatural horror with psychological thriller elements as the characters grapple with their own fears and the increasingly malevolent presence.

Critical Reception

Summoned received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and commitment to its horror premise, while others criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences also had a divided response, with some appreciating the scares and others finding it unoriginal.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies on familiar horror tropes without offering much innovation.

  • The film succeeds in creating a dark and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Performances are adequate but do little to elevate the generic story.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Summoned are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's a serviceable, if unmemorable, horror flick that may appeal to fans of demonic possession themes, though many found it to be derivative.

Fun Fact

Despite its release in 2013, the film often flies under the radar, leading to limited discussion and recognition within the horror genre community.

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