Astral

A man finds himself haunted by a menacing presence after his mother's sudden death. He soon discovers that this entity is not just a figment of his imagination, but a spectral entity that can travel between the physical world and the astral plane. As the entity's grip tightens, he must confront his own sanity and unravel the dark secrets of his family's past to survive.

Astral received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its scares predictable and its plot underdeveloped. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating its atmospheric tension while others found it lacking in originality.

• Praised for its attempt at atmospheric horror and some chilling moments.
• Criticized for a predictable plot and reliance on common horror tropes.
• Some found the acting to be a redeeming quality amidst the narrative weaknesses.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Astral are scarce, with limited available data. What little is present suggests a divided audience, with some viewers finding the film to be a decent, albeit unoriginal, horror flick, while others were disappointed by its execution.

The film was shot primarily in upstate New York, utilizing local landscapes to create its eerie atmosphere.