Behind the Mirror
Behind the Mirror

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Behind the Mirror

2017
Movie
102 min
English

A traumatized writer moves to upstate New York with his family, but when hostile townspeople invade his privacy and a cunning shaman manipulates him, his life spirals out of control.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users45%
Director: Duncan SkilesGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman, struggling with her past and grappling with disturbing visions, retreats to a secluded cabin in the woods. As her psychological state deteriorates, the lines between reality and hallucination blur, leading her to uncover a dark secret hidden within the cabin's walls. She must confront her own demons and a tangible threat to survive the night.

Critical Reception

Behind the Mirror received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some praised its atmospheric tension, many found it failed to deliver a truly original or impactful horror experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fails to offer new scares or a compelling narrative.

  • Relies too heavily on genre tropes without a fresh perspective.

  • Some visual flair, but ultimately a forgettable horror flick.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally indicate disappointment, with many viewers finding the film to be slow-paced and lacking in genuine suspense. Some appreciated the effort at atmosphere but felt the story didn't live up to its potential.

Fun Fact

Director Duncan Skiles also wrote the screenplay for 'Behind the Mirror,' aiming for a psychological thriller with a distinct, claustrophobic feel.

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