Dean
There were parts where I thought "this should have been filled with something meaningful", it could have easily been cut down to a short film. The acting was sketchy for the majority of the cast, however the location was pretty great. The p...
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Dead Story
2017
Movie
81 min
English
When a young couple – Anne and Harold – moves into a new home without knowing it was a site of horrific murders, Anne's loneliness and strange behavior makes their relationship complicated, especially after Anne meets 'Mary', a dark presence from which she can't escape.
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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Charles Barker•Genres: Horror, Thriller
Plot Summary
A young couple buys a remote farmhouse, only to discover it is haunted by a malevolent spirit that feeds on their fears. As the entity's grip tightens, they must confront their deepest anxieties to survive the night.
Critical Reception
Dead Story received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares uninspired. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, though some appreciated the film's attempt at atmospheric horror.
What Reviewers Say
Relies on tired horror tropes without adding anything new.
Lacks substantial character development and relies too heavily on jump scares.
The atmosphere is somewhat effective, but ultimately undone by a weak script.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Dead Story are sparse, but those available indicate a lack of engagement with the characters and plot. Some viewers found the horror elements repetitive, while others felt the film was forgettable.
Fun Fact
The farmhouse used for filming was reportedly chosen for its isolated location and its existing dilapidated appearance, which contributed to the unsettling atmosphere.
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