Daddy
Daddy

Daddy

1987Movie100 minEnglish

Two high schoolers are unprepared for the reality of parenthood when the girl becomes pregnant.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Michael L. JohnsonGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful author, haunted by the traumatic childhood death of his father, becomes convinced that his own young son is being targeted by the same sinister forces. As strange occurrences escalate, he battles his own sanity and a growing paranoia that something malevolent is lurking just beyond the veil of reality, intent on claiming his child.

Critical Reception

Daddy is a low-budget horror film that garnered a modest reception upon its release. It is often cited as an example of late 80s psychological horror, appreciated by genre fans for its atmospheric tension and unsettling premise, though criticized by some for its pacing and less polished production values.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric dread and creepy setup.
  • Some found the plot predictable and the execution lacking polish.
  • Seen as a competent, albeit unexceptional, entry in the horror genre of its time.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Utah, utilizing the state's stark landscapes to enhance its eerie atmosphere.

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