Thorn Castle

A group of young urban explorers breaks into the long-abandoned Thorn Castle, rumored to be haunted. As they delve deeper into the decaying estate, they uncover dark secrets about its former inhabitants and realize they are not alone. Strange occurrences escalate, turning their adventurous trip into a desperate fight for survival against an unseen entity.

Thorn Castle received mixed reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and suspenseful build-up but often criticizing its predictable plot twists and underdeveloped characters. Audiences found it to be a decent entry in the found-footage horror genre, appreciating the practical effects despite some narrative shortcomings.

• Praised for its chilling atmosphere and effective jump scares.

• Criticized for relying on common horror tropes and a convoluted backstory.

• Found to be visually striking with a sense of dread, though lacking originality.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's suspenseful mood and the effectiveness of its scares, finding it a good watch for horror fans. However, many felt the plot was derivative and the ending lacked impact, with some noting that the found-footage style felt overused.

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Bram Stoker International Film Festival.

The crumbling interior of Thorn Castle was filmed in a real, historically significant, but largely forgotten manor house in the English countryside, adding to the film's authentic sense of decay and dread.