IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes17%
Metacritic31/100
Google Users49%
Director: Peter Cornwell•Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller, Supernatural
A family moves to a new home in Connecticut hoping for a fresh start and to find a cure for their son's cancer. However, their new house has a dark past, as it was formerly a funeral parlor with a history of paranormal activity. Strange occurrences begin to plague the family, particularly the son, who becomes increasingly disturbed and claims to see ghosts.
The film received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding it predictable and derivative of other horror films. However, some praised the performances, particularly Virginia Madsen's, and the atmosphere. Audiences were somewhat more receptive, appreciating its scary moments and supernatural elements.
Relies too heavily on jump scares and familiar horror tropes.
Performance by Virginia Madsen is a standout, but not enough to save the film.
The supernatural elements and paranormal investigation aspects are underdeveloped.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a standard supernatural horror flick with some decent scares, but many felt it lacked originality and a compelling story. While some appreciated the tension and atmosphere, others found it predictable and anticlimactic.
The film is based on the alleged true story of the Snedeker family and their experiences in a former funeral home in Southington, Connecticut. However, many aspects of the original story have been disputed or sensationalized for dramatic effect.
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