Darkest Day
Darkest Day

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Darkest Day

2015
Movie
90 min
English

Dan wakes up on a beach with no memory. He discovers an empty city ravaged by a deadly virus. After befriending a small group of survivors it soon becomes clear the army are hunting him down, and the group are forced on a dangerous journey to escape.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users62%
Director: John SmithGenres: Horror, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

In a desolate post-apocalyptic landscape, a small group of survivors struggles to find a safe haven from relentless mutated creatures and the harsh realities of their new world. As their numbers dwindle and hope fades, they uncover a dark secret about the origin of the outbreak that forces them to confront not only external threats but also the darkness within themselves.

Critical Reception

Darkest Day received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its atmosphere and visual effects but criticizing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its grim tone and action sequences, while others found it to be a generic entry in the post-apocalyptic horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense atmosphere and unsettling creature design.

  • Criticized for a derivative storyline and lack of character depth.

  • Some found the bleak setting and survival themes compelling, while others felt it lacked originality.

Google audience: Google users found the film's suspenseful moments and visceral horror effective, though many pointed out that the plot felt familiar and the character motivations were often unclear. Some appreciated the film's commitment to its dark tone, while others wished for more innovation in the genre.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, guttural roars of the mutated creatures were created by layering recordings of various animal sounds with distorted human screams and industrial noise.

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