Dregs
Dregs

Movie spotlight

Dregs

2014
Movie
28 min
English

When the signal hit electricity ceased and everyone became 'Statics'. They stand frozen, ears torn from their heads...

Insights

IMDb4.0/10
Director: Alistair B. ThompsonGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip find themselves targeted by a mysterious and relentless killer. As they try to escape, they uncover dark secrets about their location and each other. The tension escalates as their numbers dwindle, and paranoia sets in.

Critical Reception

Dregs received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and pacing issues. Audience scores were similarly divided, with some appreciating the attempt at a suspenseful thriller, while others found it lacking in originality and genuine scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable storyline and uninspired characters.

  • While attempting suspense, it often falls flat due to pacing and lack of originality.

  • Some viewers might find the bleak atmosphere and occasional gore to be its only redeeming qualities.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is scarce, but the limited reviews indicate a lack of engagement with the plot and characters, with many finding the film to be forgettable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the Peak District in England, utilizing its rugged and isolated landscapes to enhance the sense of dread.

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