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It's far from perfect, but these low budget horrors starring E-list actors bring up such exceedingly low expectations, that I actually ended up being kind of pleasantly surprised by _Be Afraid_.
_Final rating:★★½ - Had a lot that appeale...
Be Afraid
2017Movie99 minEnglish
Not long after John Chambers and his family arrive at their new home in a small country town of Pennsylvania, John begins to experience sleep paralysis. Lying there paralyzed, trapped within his own nightmare, other-worldly beings visit John. They are entities which exist in the darkest shadows of the night and can only be seen out of the corner of one's eye. These encounters begin to haunt John, transforming to complete terror as he discovers the entities' sole purpose... the abduction of his seven year old son. In the end, John will uncover the town's horrific secret, a portal on his land, and make one last attempt to save his son before the shadow people permanently take him away to their world.
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IMDb4.3/10
Director: Drew Steuerman•Genres: Horror, Thriller
Plot Summary
A young couple, seeking refuge from a storm, finds themselves trapped in a secluded house with a sinister past. As they uncover chilling recordings detailing a family's descent into madness and terror, they realize they are not alone. A malevolent entity, hungry for souls, begins to prey on their deepest fears, forcing them to fight for survival against an unseen force.
Critical Reception
Be Afraid received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and jump scares. However, some praised its atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the low-budget horror elements while others found it unoriginal.
What Reviewers Say
- The film relies heavily on familiar horror tropes and predictable jump scares.
- Atmosphere and sound design are occasionally effective in building tension.
- Performances, particularly from the lead cast, are a highlight despite the weak script.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in a real, reportedly haunted, house in Ohio to enhance its eerie atmosphere.
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