Deadly Revisions
Deadly Revisions

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Deadly Revisions

2014
Movie
95 min
English

Hypnotherapy and drugs are used to help an amnesiac horror writer, but are the terrifying images that surface real or imagined?

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Leo SchermanGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of film students working on a documentary about a notorious serial killer find themselves targeted by a copycat. As they delve deeper into the killer's gruesome past, the lines between their film and reality begin to blur. They soon realize they may have unearthed more than they bargained for, putting their own lives in grave danger.

Critical Reception

Deadly Revisions received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its atmosphere and suspense but many criticizing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the horror elements while others found it to be a derivative entry in the slasher subgenre.

What Reviewers Say

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

  • Criticized for relying on familiar horror tropes and a predictable narrative.

  • Some found the performances to be a highlight despite the script's shortcomings.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a divided opinion. Some viewers appreciated the attempt at a psychological thriller with horror elements, while others felt it lacked originality and failed to deliver a satisfying conclusion.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, utilizing various urban and industrial locations to create its dark and gritty aesthetic.

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