It Watches
Andre, recovering from a recent accident, agrees to help his friend Robert by taking over a house sitting job at a creepy home nestled in the hills above Los Angeles. As night comes, the house reveals its insidious nature as Andre begins hearing ominous sounds and experiencing strange occurrences throughout the house that lead him to believe he is not alone, and that someone, or something is in the house with him.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, struggling with addiction, takes a job as a nighttime security guard at a deserted office building. As she begins her shifts, she becomes increasingly unsettled by strange occurrences and the feeling that she is not alone. The building's dark past seems to be manifesting, and she must confront her own demons as well as the terrifying entity that stalks the halls.
Critical Reception
It Watches received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and Bokeem Woodbine's performance, while others criticized its predictable plot and reliance on common horror tropes. Audience reception was also divided, with some finding it a suspenseful and effective horror film, while others were underwhelmed.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.
- Criticized for predictable plot points and derivative horror elements.
- Some found the psychological thriller aspects effective, while others felt it was underdeveloped.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in an actual, reportedly haunted, office building in Los Angeles.
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