Vernanda
Vernanda

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Vernanda

1988
Movie
28 min
Estonian

A passenger steps off his train during a short stop in a small town called Vernanda in order to buy a loaf of bread. However, the train departs early and the passenger is left to deal with a bread-shaped bomb, strangely behaving townsfolk and an ominous laughter that follows him wherever he goes.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Richard PepinGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Vernanda, inherits a remote mansion only to discover it's a hunting ground for a deranged killer. She must fight for her survival against the mysterious assailant and uncover the dark secrets of her family's past before she becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Vernanda received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its low budget and derivative plot as major drawbacks. However, some appreciated its attempt at suspense and gore within the slasher genre conventions of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relentless suspense and gore by some fans of the genre.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot and uninspired execution.

  • Noted for its low-budget charm and earnest attempt at horror filmmaking.

Google audience: Audience reception for Vernanda is largely divided, with some viewers appreciating its straightforward horror elements and suspense, while others found it to be a forgettable entry in the slasher genre due to its production values and story.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a real, albeit reportedly haunted, mansion in Ohio.

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