Fallen Souls
Fallen Souls

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Fallen Souls

2013
Movie
119 min
English

Fallen Souls is a tale of a young man's journey from revenge to self-discovery. It creates a new unique genre of the supernatural and draws on time-honored elements of a revenge thriller, then travels the difficult journey to understanding faith and unconditional love for god, family and self. Dominic, a diligent blue collar factory worker, husband to the perfect woman and father to a heavenly child, lives a humble little life. When he stumbles upon the slain and bloodied bodies of both wife and child in their home, Dominic's dream life turns into a nightmare. Grief stricken, he takes matters into his own hands and begins a desperate search through Chicago's worst slums to the crest of it's upper society, hunting a killer known as the "Silent Slasher"

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: Carlos ValentiGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a wilderness retreat becomes the target of a sinister cult operating in the secluded woods. As they try to escape, they uncover dark secrets about the land and the people who inhabit it, leading to a terrifying battle for survival against overwhelming odds.

Critical Reception

Fallen Souls received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, weak character development, and reliance on horror tropes. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be derivative and lacking originality. Despite a cast including some recognizable names, the film failed to make a significant impact in the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a generic plot that offers little in the way of surprises.

  • Acting performances are often uninspired, failing to elevate the material.

  • Despite its horror elements, the movie lacks genuine scares or tension.

Google audience: Google users generally found Fallen Souls to be a disappointing entry in the horror genre, with many criticizing its unoriginality and poor execution. Some viewers felt it failed to deliver on its premise, while others noted it was a forgettable experience.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Georgia, USA, utilizing its dense forests to create a remote and atmospheric setting for the cult's activities.

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