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Evil Night
A group of rich college brats conspire to play a prank on Jimmy Fisher, the school nerd. But when Jimmy ends up unconscious, the co-eds leave him and head out to a party. What they don't realize is that, when Jimmy wakes up, the evil inside of him triggers and he sets out for revenge as he offs his tormentors in some very original ways: exploding cigarettes, beer bottles, mops, spiked frat paddles and more.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Sarah, is haunted by disturbing nightmares and gradually realizes they are premonitions of a serial killer stalking her college campus. As the body count rises, Sarah becomes increasingly isolated and paranoid, struggling to convince anyone of the impending danger. She must unravel the mystery of the killer's identity and motives before she becomes the next victim.
Critical Reception
Evil Night, a made-for-television horror film, received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics found its suspenseful plot and moody atmosphere effective, others criticized its predictable storyline and reliance on horror tropes. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating its tension and others finding it unremarkable within the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and effective jump scares.
Criticized for a predictable plot and derivative horror elements.
Sherilyn Fenn's performance was noted as a strong point.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Evil Night are scarce due to its made-for-TV nature. Those available suggest a divided opinion, with some viewers enjoying the spooky elements and tension, while others found it to be a standard horror film lacking originality.
Fun Fact
Despite its title and genre, 'Evil Night' was originally produced and aired as a television film, limiting its distribution and critical analysis compared to theatrical releases.
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