Fire in the Dark
Fire in the Dark

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Fire in the Dark

1991
Movie
124 min
English

A 75-year old widow struggles with being a burden to those she loves. Though determined not to rely on her children, she is forced to move in with her daughter after a serious fall, and the family learns to face the future with dignity and hope.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Michael T. BurgessGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman is traumatized by the death of her parents in a house fire and is forced to confront her past when she inherits the family estate. Years later, she returns to the estate and begins to uncover dark secrets surrounding her parents' demise. As she delves deeper, she realizes that the fire may not have been an accident.

Critical Reception

Fire in the Dark received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its atmospheric tension and Joanna Cassidy's performance, others found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. The film struggled to find a wide audience upon its release.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and Cassidy's strong lead.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and occasional pacing issues.

  • A decent thriller that relies heavily on its central mystery.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this title, with limited data available to gauge specific likes or dislikes. However, those who have seen it often point to the film's suspenseful nature as a positive aspect.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the historic Oak Alley Plantation in Louisiana, adding to its gothic and eerie atmosphere.

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