Dwelling
Dwelling

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Dwelling

2016
Movie
88 min
English

A young couple deliberately moves into a haunted house to contact the other side. Until their conduit, a painted black mirror proves to contain a malevolent presence hell-bent on bringing harm to their new family.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Director: Patrick ReaGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple buys their dream home, only to discover it is haunted by a malevolent presence. As the disturbances escalate, they must uncover the dark history of the house to survive.

Critical Reception

Dwelling received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and scares, though some found the plot predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and effective jump scares.

  • Some viewers found the story to be derivative of other haunted house films.

  • The film's lead performances were generally well-received.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Dwelling are scarce, but those available indicate a mixed reception, with some appreciating the horror elements and others finding it unremarkable.

Fun Fact

Director Patrick Rea is known for his work in independent horror films, often focusing on psychological tension and claustrophobic settings.

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