Coffin Rock
Coffin Rock

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Coffin Rock

2009
Movie
92 min
English

A woman unable to conceive a child with her husband, despite years of trying, makes the drunken mistake of sleeping with a young stranger. The stranger then goes to terrifying lengths to prove his paternity.

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: Roxanne BenjaminGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of young women on a camping trip in a remote, desolate area encounter a series of increasingly terrifying events. As they try to navigate the harsh wilderness and their own interpersonal conflicts, they realize they are not alone and are being targeted by something sinister.

Critical Reception

Coffin Rock received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares uninspired. While some acknowledged the atmospheric tension and the effort of the cast, the film was largely criticized for its reliance on common horror tropes and a lack of originality. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many viewers expressing disappointment in its execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a derivative plot and an over-reliance on jump scares.

  • Performances are adequate but cannot elevate the weak script.

  • The remote setting offers some potential for atmosphere, but it's ultimately squandered.

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Fun Fact

While directed by Roxanne Benjamin, the film was produced by David Gregory, who has a history of producing various independent horror films.

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