The Reckoning
The Reckoning

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The Reckoning

2015
Movie
86 min
English

Katie Mayfield is now the mistress of Mayfield Manor. In her new world she finds herself torn between two worlds and grieves for her plain Amish life. Does Katie choose her new life or the simple heritage she left behind?

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IMDb5.4/10
Google Users38%
Director: Paul McGuiganGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of paranormal investigators enters a notoriously haunted asylum to debunk its supernatural claims. As they delve deeper into the asylum's dark history, they find themselves trapped and terrorized by an unseen force. They must uncover the truth behind the hauntings before they become permanent residents.

Critical Reception

The Reckoning received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its attempt at a psychological horror atmosphere and its jump scares, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking originality. The film struggled to stand out in the crowded supernatural thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features some effective jump scares and a creepy atmosphere.

  • Suffers from a derivative plot and uninspired pacing.

  • Fails to deliver a truly original or memorable horror experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while the film offers a few tense moments and a spooky setting, it ultimately falls short due to a lack of innovation and a predictable storyline. Many viewers found it to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location at the historic Broadmoor Hospital, a former high-security psychiatric institution in Berkshire, England, adding to its authentic creepy atmosphere.

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