We're Coming to Help
We're Coming to Help

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We're Coming to Help

2002
Movie
51 min
English

Seven people of political, scientific, and social importance are called together when a message is received from space saying simply, "We're coming to help you."

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Richard DutcherGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive, elderly man, living in a remote house, witnesses a series of mysterious disappearances in his small town. As the unsettling events escalate, he begins to suspect a sinister force is at play, leading him on a dangerous investigation to uncover the truth before he too becomes a victim.

Critical Reception

Richard Dutcher's 'We're Coming to Help' is a low-budget independent horror film that garnered a cult following within certain circles, particularly among fans of faith-based filmmaking. While not a mainstream critical success, it's often praised for its atmospheric tension and unique thematic elements, though its production values and pacing have been noted as drawbacks by some.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and suspenseful build-up.

  • Some critics found the plot convoluted and the resolution unsatisfying.

  • Appreciated for its unique blend of horror with spiritual undertones.

Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some praising its originality and suspenseful nature, while others found its pacing slow and its story difficult to follow.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely in Utah, leveraging its natural landscapes to enhance the remote and eerie atmosphere.

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