Amityville: A New Generation
Amityville: A New Generation

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Amityville: A New Generation

1993
Movie
92 min
English

Keyes, a successful photographer who lives at the border of Skid Row, notices a homeless man with a strange old mirror. Immediately struck by it for reasons he cannot explain, he convinces the man to sell it to him, soon behaving in increasingly erratic and unhinged ways.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Carl WeathersGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A struggling photographer, haunted by his mother's suicide, moves into a new house in Amityville with his young son and invalid aunt. He soon discovers the house is connected to the infamous DeFeo murders and the supernatural forces that plague the area. As the malevolent presence grows stronger, he must fight to protect his family from the evil that resides within the walls.

Critical Reception

This installment in the Amityville franchise was met with generally negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is often considered one of the weaker entries in the series, criticized for its derivative plot and uninspired scares. While it attempted to update the lore, it failed to capture the impact of its predecessors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks the chills and originality of earlier Amityville films.

  • A forgettable entry in a tired franchise.

  • The plot relies on familiar horror tropes without adding anything new.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are scarce, but generally reflect disappointment with its lack of genuine scares and predictable storyline. Many viewers felt it did little to advance the Amityville mythos.

Fun Fact

Despite the film's negative reception, it was directed by Carl Weathers, known for his acting roles in 'Rocky' and 'Predator'.

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