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Deadly Intent
After the tragic death of her husband, a soldier posted to Afghanistan, Bryony tries to build a new life for herself and her young son, James. Struggling with her own grief she fails to notice that James has become secretive and withdrawn, spending hours alone playing out death scenes with his toys. When things start to go missing and furniture is smashed Bryony blames James but when she confronts him she finds herself facing a reality more terrifying than any nightmare. As her world crashes around her Bryony realises that unless she can find a way to reconnect with her son she and James will be separated for ever.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a camping trip finds themselves targeted by a mysterious killer. As they try to survive, they uncover dark secrets about their own relationships and the wilderness around them. The situation escalates into a desperate fight for survival against an unseen enemy.
Critical Reception
Deadly Intent received a generally negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audience scores were also low, suggesting a lack of engagement with the thriller elements.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a derivative plot that borrows heavily from better-known horror tropes.
Performances are largely uninspired, failing to create any genuine emotional connection with the audience.
The pacing is uneven, with slow stretches punctuated by unconvincing scares.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Deadly Intent are scarce, but those available indicate a disappointment with the film's generic storyline and lack of originality.
Fun Fact
Despite its low-profile release, the film features Sean Astin, known for his role as Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, though his presence did little to elevate the film's critical standing.
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