Director: J.T. Petty•Genres: Horror, Comedy
A group of young people are having a party in an abandoned asylum, unaware that it is haunted by the vengeful spirit of a former patient. As the night progresses, the spirit begins to pick them off one by one, leading to a desperate fight for survival.
Screaming Dead received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who found its plot predictable and its humor hit-or-miss. However, some praised its attempts at originality within the crowded horror-comedy genre and the performances of its cast.
Relies too heavily on horror clichés.
Attempts at humor are often jarring rather than funny.
Performances by the lead cast provide some entertainment.
Google audience: Audience reception for Screaming Dead is largely unavailable through aggregated platforms. Individual viewer comments often cite the film as a forgettable entry in the genre, with some appreciating its low-budget charm while others found it lacking in both scares and laughs.
Amber Benson, known for her role as Tara Maclay in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' stars as the protagonist in 'Screaming Dead.'
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