Buried Alive
Buried Alive

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Buried Alive

1989
Movie
87 min
English

A young woman goes to teach at the Ravenscroft Institute, a spooky old girls' school overrun by ants and staffed by some unusual types. Spurred on by a series of horrific hallucinations, she begins to investigate the mysterious disappearances of several students.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Frank DarabontGenres: Horror, Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young teacher, Clint Goodman, arrives in a small, eerie town to take over a vacant position. He soon discovers that the town is controlled by the wealthy and sinister Grissom family, who have a dark secret involving the disappearance and presumed death of their son, Jack. Clint finds himself drawn into the town's macabre history and the chilling mystery surrounding the Grissoms, uncovering a plot that literally involves the living being buried alive.

Critical Reception

While not a major theatrical release, "Buried Alive" (1989) gained a cult following over the years, particularly among fans of horror-comedies and Frank Darabont's early work. It is often praised for its unique premise, dark humor, and effective suspense, though some find its pacing uneven. The film is generally considered a solid, albeit somewhat obscure, entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creepy atmosphere and unsettling premise.

  • Appreciated for its blend of horror and dark humor.

  • Noted for being an early directorial effort from Frank Darabont.

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Fun Fact

This was one of Frank Darabont's earliest directorial efforts before he went on to direct acclaimed films like 'The Shawshank Redemption' and 'The Green Mile'.

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