Besetment

A young couple decides to renovate an old house, unaware of its dark past. As they delve deeper into the renovation, disturbing and supernatural events begin to plague them. They soon discover that the house harbors a malevolent entity tied to a tragic history.

Besetment received a generally negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and lack of originality in the horror genre. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the attempt at atmosphere but ultimately finding the film lacking in scares and narrative cohesion.

• Lacks originality and relies on tired horror tropes.

• Pacing issues and underdeveloped characters detract from the experience.

• Fails to deliver impactful scares or a compelling narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Besetment are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed to negative response. Some viewers found the film to be a predictable haunted house story, while others felt it failed to live up to its potential.

The film was shot in Los Angeles, California, with several scenes taking place in a historically significant, but reportedly very old, house.