Woodshock
Woodshock

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Woodshock

1985
Movie
7 min
English

It's just a simple stretch of interviews and images capturing the people who camp out, dope up, drink up, sometimes get naked, and jump into a nearby waterfall, whilst listening to musicians like Daniel Johnston.

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: G.P. FariasGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective investigates a series of bizarre murders in a remote, wooded town. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a disturbing connection between the victims and a local legend. The investigation leads him to confront not only a potential killer but also the dark secrets of the isolated community.

Critical Reception

Woodshock (1985) received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot, slow pacing, and uninspired direction. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and confusing narrative.

  • Direction and pacing were frequently criticized as unengaging.

  • Lacked the scares or tension expected from a thriller.

Google audience: Audience reception for Woodshock is minimal, with available data suggesting general disappointment. It is often described as a poorly executed horror film that failed to connect with viewers.

Fun Fact

Despite its release in 1985, "Woodshock" is often mistakenly associated with the more prominent 2017 film of the same name directed by Kate and Laura Mulleavy, which shares only the title and a thematic interest in nature and decay.

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