Hotel of the Damned
Hotel of the Damned

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Hotel of the Damned

2016
Movie
84 min
English

After a car accident and stranded in the middle of nowhere, an ex-con and his daughter find themselves in an abandoned hotel, populated by sub-human cannibalistic creatures.

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IMDb3.4/10
Director: Bobby FarrellyGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

When a group of friends exploring an abandoned hotel stumbles upon a hidden, blood-soaked chamber, they find themselves trapped with a malevolent entity. As they try to escape, they are systematically picked off by supernatural forces. The survivors must uncover the hotel's dark history to find a way out before they become permanent residents of this haunted establishment.

Critical Reception

Hotel of the Damned received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was often criticized for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on jump scares. While some appreciated the attempt at a classic haunted hotel trope, the execution was widely considered to be uninspired and lacking originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on cheap scares and predictable plot devices.

  • Lacks originality and fails to establish any genuine atmosphere or tension.

  • Characters are underdeveloped, making it difficult for audiences to invest in their plight.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in an actual abandoned hotel in rural Pennsylvania, adding to the atmosphere during production.

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