

Exeter
During an all-night, drug-fueled party at an abandoned asylum known for the horrific treatment of its patients, a group of ordinary teens decide to experiment with the occult, mysteriously leading to a violent possession. In an effort to find help, the group rushes to escape, only to find themselves locked inside with no means of communication. Tempers flare, trusts are broken and in attempt to save one of their friends possessed by the demon, the amateurs try to perform an exorcism. Instead of solving the problem, and unbeknownst to them, they unleash an even more powerful and vengeful spirit, one with a distinct motive and which wants them all dead. The teen's only chance of survival is to uncover the asylum's deep mysteries and find a way out before it's too late.
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Plot Summary
A group of college students rents a secluded house for a weekend getaway, only to discover it's a former asylum with a dark and violent past. As supernatural events escalate, they find themselves trapped and targeted by a malevolent entity that feeds on fear. The friends must confront their deepest anxieties and uncover the house's secrets to survive the night.
Critical Reception
Exeter received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, reliance on jump scares, and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the director's attempt at atmospheric horror, the film was generally seen as a forgettable entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies too heavily on predictable jump scares and tropes.
- Lacks originality and fails to build significant suspense.
- Characters are underdeveloped, making it difficult to care about their fate.
Google audience: Audience reception for Exeter is scarce, with little specific feedback available on Google.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in an actual abandoned asylum, aiming to enhance its authentic horror atmosphere.
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