The Taking of Deborah Logan
The Taking of Deborah Logan

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The Taking of Deborah Logan

2014
Movie
90 min
English

What starts as a poignant medical documentary about Deborah Logan's descent into Alzheimer's disease and her daughter's struggles as caregiver degenerates into a maddening portrayal of dementia at its most frightening, as hair-raising events begin to plague the family and crew and an unspeakable malevolence threatens to tear the very fabric of sanity from them all.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users71%
Director: Adam RobitelGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A documentary crew sets out to film the life of Deborah Logan, an elderly woman suffering from Alzheimer's disease. As they document her deteriorating condition, strange and terrifying events begin to unfold, suggesting that Deborah's affliction may be more sinister than mere illness. The crew finds themselves in a desperate fight for survival as they uncover a dark, ancient evil tied to Deborah's possession.

Critical Reception

The film received generally positive reviews, particularly praised for its suspenseful build-up, effective scares, and strong performances, especially from Jill Larson. It's often cited as a standout in the found-footage horror genre for its mature handling of themes and its genuinely unsettling atmosphere.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective use of the found-footage format to build tension and deliver scares.

  • Jill Larson's performance as the possessed Deborah Logan is frequently highlighted as a major strength.

  • The film successfully blends psychological horror with supernatural elements.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a frightening and well-executed horror movie. Many appreciated the escalating sense of dread and the disturbing imagery, although some noted the familiar tropes of the genre.

Fun Fact

Director Adam Robitel stated that the film was influenced by classic possession films like 'The Exorcist' and by his own experiences with family members suffering from Alzheimer's disease.

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2 reviews
Reno

Reno

**Secrets from the past is about to explode!** It was released a while ago, but I was not interested in the horrors, because they are not my kind. For an atheist, horror films are mostly a joke. I do like or enjoy watching them, but I do...

Gimly

Gimly

A horror movie whether Deborah is possessed or not. Every character is dumb as Hell, but the premise and a couple of visuals are enough to keep you involved. Gains absolutely nothing from the Found Footage format though. Final rating:...