Boneshaker
Boneshaker

Boneshaker

2013Movie13 minEnglish

An African family, lost in America, travels to a Louisiana church to cure its problem child.

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IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes22%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users35%
Director: Brad AndersonGenres: Thriller, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of strangers find themselves trapped in a mysterious, dilapidated house with no memory of how they arrived. As they try to escape, they uncover dark secrets about the house and each other, facing terrifying supernatural forces that seem intent on keeping them prisoners forever.

Critical Reception

Boneshaker received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares unoriginal. While some praised its atmospheric tension and strong performances from its lead actors, the film ultimately failed to leave a lasting impression on the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on familiar horror tropes.
  • Performances are a highlight, but can't salvage the weak script.
  • Offers little in the way of genuine scares or originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while some appreciated the attempt at a suspenseful atmosphere, many found the film to be disappointing due to its uninspired plot and lack of memorable moments. The slow pacing and predictable twists were common complaints.

Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film "Boneshaker" is not directly related to the steampunk novel of the same name by Cherie Priest, though both were released around the same time period and share a similar ominous tone.

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