Devil in the Dark
Devil in the Dark

Devil in the Dark

2017Movie82 minEnglish

When estranged brothers Adam and Clint attempt to reconnect over a week-long hunting trip in remote British Columbia, they find the tables turned by a mysterious presence lurking in the forest. Convinced that they are now besieged by a supernatural presence, the siblings begrudgingly agree on only one thing: they will have to put aside their differences and work together if they plan on making it out these dark woods alive.

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Clayton McCarthyGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young couple, Sarah and Adam, are on a road trip to Sarah's estranged father's remote home. Upon arrival, they discover her father's unsettlingly strange behavior and the disturbing presence of a mysterious creature lurking in the woods surrounding the property. As the tension escalates, they must uncover the dark secrets of the family and the creature before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Devil in the Dark received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many pointing to its slow pacing and predictable plot. However, some appreciated its atmospheric tension and the creature design. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some finding it a competently made B-movie horror flick, while others were disappointed by its lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric dread and creature effects.
  • Criticized for a slow-burn plot that doesn't fully deliver.
  • Considered a niche horror film with a dedicated, albeit small, following.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely mixed. Some viewers enjoyed the suspenseful build-up and the visual aspects of the monster, while others found the narrative underwhelming and the characters underdeveloped.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Australia, with much of the production taking place in remote bushland locations, contributing to its isolated and eerie atmosphere.

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Gimly

Well, somebody sure did watch NBC's _Hannibal_. _Final rating:★½: - Boring/disappointing. Avoid if possible._