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Scorned
BETH, hitchhiking cross country on a lonely highway, is offered a much needed ride from SAM. Along the way Sam begins spinning an eerie tale of MIDNIGHT MARY and THE HITCHHIKER. The contempt of Midnight Mary's life being cut short still haunts the isolated roadway. However, Sam wants to add a new twist to the urban legend - the death of Beth.
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Plot Summary
A young couple, Sadie and Kevin, are tormented by Sadie's vengeful ex-boyfriend, Mark, who orchestrates a horrifying series of events after they try to end things with him. Mark's twisted mind leads him to trap them in a remote cabin, where their deepest fears and darkest secrets are brought to light in a brutal and bloody game of cat and mouse.
Critical Reception
Scorned received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its attempts at suspense and gore, many found the plot predictable and the acting unconvincing. The film is often cited as a low-budget horror flick that doesn't quite live up to its potential, with its scares leaning heavily on jump scares and violence.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a suspenseful slasher narrative but often falls into cliché.
Performances are generally seen as a weak point, detracting from the tension.
The gore and violence are present but not enough to elevate a predictable story.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Scorned' are scarce, but general sentiment from available comments indicates a mixed experience, with some viewers finding it a passable horror film for its budget while others were disappointed by its execution and originality.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in rural Ontario, Canada, utilizing a remote cabin setting to enhance the isolated and claustrophobic atmosphere.
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