Cornered
Cornered

Cornered

1976Movie85 minSpanish

Conflicts in town force a guy to escape to a hiding-place in the countryside.

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Gary M. PollackGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a secluded mansion from her estranged grandmother, only to discover the house holds dark secrets. She finds herself increasingly isolated and terrorized by unseen forces, blurring the lines between reality and nightmare as she unravels the chilling truth behind her family's past.

Critical Reception

Cornered (1976) is a lesser-known horror film that received a muted critical response upon its release. While some appreciated its atmospheric tension and attempt at psychological horror, it was often criticized for its slow pacing and underdeveloped plot. Audiences found it to be a somewhat forgettable entry in the genre, lacking the impact of more prominent horror films of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and attempts at suspense.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uneven pacing.
  • Considered a minor, often overlooked, horror film of the 1970s.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available suggest it is viewed as a slow-burn horror with some chilling moments, though it doesn't stand out among its contemporaries.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around the historic Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills, California, adding to its gothic ambiance.

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