Delirium
A group of young men dare a classmate to reach the porch of a legendary old house, said to be haunted by the thirteen victims of a family massacre. In hopes of making a viral video they arm him with a video camera to prove he was there or to capture him fleeing in terror before even reaching the house, as others have. When he doesn't return, the guys must go in to get him. Inside they discover the truth about the house, the fate of their friend and their own fate as well.
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Plot Summary
A couple struggling with the loss of their child moves into a remote, abandoned mansion. Strange occurrences and disturbing visions plague the wife, leading her to believe the house is haunted. The husband, a doctor, dismisses her fears as psychological distress, escalating the tension and fear within their isolated new home.
Critical Reception
Delirium (2018) received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences alike. It was often criticized for its derivative plot, reliance on jump scares, and underdeveloped characters, failing to deliver a cohesive or impactful horror experience.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies too heavily on familiar horror tropes and jump scares.
- Lacks originality and fails to build suspense effectively.
- Character motivations are often unclear and the plot becomes convoluted.
Google audience: Audience reviews were largely unimpressed, with many citing predictable scares and a confusing narrative as major drawbacks. Some viewers found moments of tension but felt the film ultimately failed to deliver a satisfying conclusion.
Fun Fact
The film was originally developed as a prequel to the 2014 film 'Delirium' but was later re-written and released as a standalone movie.
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