Movie spotlight
Vindication
Fangoria Magazine's OCT. issue 267, introduced this upcoming independent horror movie. Vindication is an independent horror movie striving to raise the bar within the low budget financing of filmmaking. Still in post-production as of April 2008 and using the Panasonic's DVX100B mini-DV camera for production, Vindication is Bart Mastronardi's feature length psychological horror movie, based on his short of the same title. A morality tale about a young man whose attempt at suicide fails causing his guilt to manifest into reality. Vindication is due out in the fall of 2008. Guilt Shows No Mercy!
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Plot Summary
A young journalist investigates a series of mysterious disappearances in a small town, uncovering a dark conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. As she delves deeper, her own life becomes endangered, forcing her to confront the truth before it consumes her.
Critical Reception
Vindication received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its suspenseful atmosphere and intriguing plot, while some found its pacing and character development to be uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tension-building and unexpected twists.
Some viewers found the narrative a bit convoluted.
The film successfully creates a sense of unease and paranoia.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, highlighting the film's ability to keep viewers engaged with its mystery and suspense. Some noted that while the plot was compelling, certain resolutions felt rushed.
Fun Fact
The film was independently produced and gained some traction on the festival circuit before its wider release.
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