House of Afflictions
House of Afflictions

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House of Afflictions

2017
Movie
95 min
English

It has been years since Kate produced her last novel which was due to the tragedy her daughter's disappearance. Kate decides to take up residence in another house to try to start a new novel..However she begins experiencing paranormal occurrences, has Julia come back? or is there something more sinister lurking in the house....

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users65%
Director: Kira Jane BuxtonGenres: Horror, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman, haunted by a traumatic childhood event, inherits a secluded estate that holds dark secrets. As she delves deeper into the property's history, she uncovers a series of disturbing rituals and malevolent entities connected to her family's past. She must confront the terrifying truth to save herself and break free from the cycle of generational trauma.

Critical Reception

House of Afflictions garnered mixed reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance but often finding its plot convoluted and its scares predictable. Audiences were more divided, with some appreciating its psychological depth and others finding it too slow-paced and derivative of other horror films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and Eliza Bennett's compelling performance.

  • Criticized for a convoluted narrative and reliance on familiar horror tropes.

  • Some reviewers found the psychological elements intriguing, while others felt the horror elements were underdeveloped.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be atmospheric and occasionally suspenseful, with many appreciating the lead actress. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the plot was difficult to follow and that the film lacked genuine scares, leading to disappointment.

Fun Fact

The remote filming location for the estate in 'House of Afflictions' was an actual abandoned manor known locally for its alleged paranormal activity, which the filmmakers hoped would enhance the authentic creepy atmosphere.

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