Trespassers
Trespassers

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Trespassers

2011
Movie
87 min
English

The eve of Christmas, the Aguinaldo family’s residence is burglarized, causing its members to identify stolen items and uncover lingering sentiments they have hidden from each other. Amidst the tension brought about by the burglary, the Aguinaldo family realizes how treasured sentiments have been lost, relationships have evolved as they arrive from church at a house in shambles.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic53/100
Google Users65%
Director: Nicholas McCarthyGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of friends decides to spend a weekend at a secluded cabin, only to discover they are not alone. As strange occurrences escalate, paranoia and fear begin to consume them, revealing hidden tensions and secrets among the group. They soon realize that the threats are not only external but also internal, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.

Critical Reception

Trespassers received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and effective scares. Some found the plot somewhat derivative of other cabin-in-the-woods horror films, but performances, particularly Lou Taylor Pucci's, were generally commended. The film's slow-burn approach and psychological elements were noted as strengths.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and effective jump scares.

  • Criticized by some for a familiar premise within the horror genre.

  • Noted for solid performances and a tense, claustrophobic feel.

Google audience: Audiences generally found "Trespassers" to be a competent and engaging horror film, appreciating its suspenseful build-up and frightening moments. While some felt it didn't break new ground, the majority of viewers enjoyed the tension and overall creepiness of the story.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in upstate New York, contributing to its isolated and unsettling atmosphere.

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