The Barn
The Barn

The Barn

2016Movie88 minEnglish

It's Halloween 1989, best friends Sam and Josh are trying to enjoy what's left of their final Devil's Night before graduating high school. But trouble arises when the two pals and a group of friends take a detour on their way to a rock concert, finding an old abandoned barn and awakening the evil inside. Now it's up to Sam and Josh to find a way to protect their friends and defeat the creatures that lurk within "The Barn".

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Justin SeamanGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

On Halloween night, a group of friends descends upon a secluded barn rumored to be haunted by the spirit of a vengeful scarecrow. As they delve deeper into the barn's terrifying past, they uncover a dark conspiracy and realize they are not merely trespassers, but targets in a deadly game. The night quickly devolves into a desperate fight for survival against supernatural forces and a terrifying local legend.

Critical Reception

The Barn has garnered a cult following, particularly among fans of independent horror films. It's praised for its practical effects, nostalgic 80s horror vibe, and creative creature design, though some critics note its plot can be derivative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective practical effects and homage to 80s horror.
  • Appreciated for its unique creature design and unsettling atmosphere.
  • Considered a solid independent horror film with a fun premise.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely aggregated, but discussions often highlight the film's successful attempt at recreating the tone and visual style of classic slasher films.

Fun Fact

The film was independently produced and gained initial traction through festival screenings before its wider release, building a dedicated fan base through word-of-mouth.

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TMDB Reviews

3 reviews
Wuchak

Wuchak

**_All-around entertaining trick or treat flick, but no meat on the bones_** On Halloween, 1989, some teens in southwest Pennsylvania make the mistake of entering a forbidden barn, which unleashes three diabolical creatures: a miner boog...
TyDalton

TyDalton

Despite the budgetary shortcomings of The Barn, director, and writer Justin M. Seaman offers a solid horror story with great traditional special effects and some badass final boys. A definite new Halloween favorite!
Gimly

Gimly

This was really bad but the villains look great and my God does _The Barn_ have some serious tunes. _Final rating:★★½ - Had a lot that appealed to me, didn’t quite work as a whole._