Sarah's Room
Sarah's Room

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Sarah's Room

2013
Movie
85 min
English

A lonely wife takes in a young female boarder named Sarah. Her husband returns, and he can't keep himself away from the alluring Sarah, and the exotic mysteries hidden in her room. Made in Scotland in just five days for six grand, "Sarah's Room" is an intriguing and artistic tale told in haunting tones, smoky interiors and often voyeuristic camera techniques. Outstanding low budget film

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Miguel Ángel VivasGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Sarah, caring for her disabled father, finds herself trapped in their isolated home when a group of intruders breaks in. As the situation escalates, Sarah must fight for survival against the menacing burglars, revealing a dark secret about her own capabilities.

Critical Reception

Sarah's Room received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its suspenseful atmosphere and Manuela Velasco's performance. While some critics found the plot predictable, many commended its effective use of tension and gore, labeling it a solid entry in the home invasion subgenre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense suspense and effective scares.

  • Manuela Velasco delivers a compelling performance as the protagonist.

  • Some found the plot elements to be derivative of other thrillers.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 2011 Argentinian horror film 'Habitaciones para turistas' (Tourist Rooms).

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