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Roadside Massacre
Five college friends take a detour while traveling to their spring break destination. They end up in the remote mountain town of Blueridge, where Karen (Marina Resa) believes her older sister went missing 2 years before. After a few odd encounters with the locals, Karen and her friends decide to continue their journey until an unexpected auto malfunction leaves them stranded. The group takes refuge in a local motel and soon learns that in Blueridge, "missing persons" is just a way of life. One-by-one they begin disappearing until the grizzly discovery is made that the local BBQ Rib Restaurant might be serving up more than anyone had bargained.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a road trip through the English countryside find themselves stranded and targeted by a mysterious, violent figure. As they attempt to survive the night, they uncover a dark secret about the area they've stumbled into. The film escalates into a brutal fight for survival against a relentless antagonist.
Critical Reception
Roadside Massacre received a generally negative reception from critics, often cited for its predictable plot and reliance on gratuitous violence. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating its straightforward horror elements while others found it lacking in originality and substance.
What Reviewers Say
Praised by a minority for its atmosphere and gore.
Criticized for a weak script and underdeveloped characters.
Seen as a by-the-numbers slasher film with little innovation.
Google audience: Due to limited availability and release, specific Google user reviews for 'Roadside Massacre (2012)' are not readily aggregated. General sentiment suggests viewers found it a standard, sometimes uninspired, horror flick.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in rural England, utilizing the isolated settings to enhance its tense atmosphere.
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