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Blowtorch
Blowtorch is the Brooklyn story of Ann Willis, a recently widowed and financially struggling, mother of three. When her oldest son is murdered, she inexorably takes the investigation into her own hands.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a road trip to a music festival get stranded in a small, isolated town. They soon discover the town is controlled by a cult that worships a fearsome entity known as the Blowtorch. As they try to escape, they become the targets of the cult's brutal rituals and murderous intentions.
Critical Reception
Blowtorch received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is frequently cited as a poorly executed horror film with a nonsensical plot and weak performances. The film struggled to find an audience and is considered a critical and commercial failure.
What Reviewers Say
Widely panned for its convoluted and nonsensical plot.
Criticized for amateurish filmmaking and uninspired direction.
Performances were generally seen as weak and unconvincing.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely negative, with viewers often citing the film's poor writing, lack of scares, and overall amateurish production quality.
Fun Fact
Despite its release in 2016, the film feels dated in its style and execution, leading some to question its production timeline and intent.
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