Residue
Residue

Residue

2017Movie82 minEnglish

A private investigator reads a book of sinister origins and unknowingly puts his daughter and himself in a fight for their lives...and their eternal souls.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Alex KizuGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A police officer, haunted by a case involving a missing child, investigates a series of bizarre occurrences in a derelict apartment building. He uncovers a dark secret connecting the building's past residents to a supernatural entity. As he delves deeper, the lines between reality and hallucination blur, forcing him to confront his own demons while trying to solve the mystery and protect himself from the encroaching darkness.

Critical Reception

Residue is a low-budget British horror film that garnered attention on the festival circuit for its atmospheric tension and inventive scares. While praised for its ambitious storytelling and unsettling mood, some critics noted its occasionally uneven pacing and reliance on familiar horror tropes. Audience reception was generally positive, with many appreciating its unique approach to supernatural horror and its effective use of a confined setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thick atmosphere and unsettling dread.
  • Noted for its creative visual storytelling despite its budget.
  • Some found the plot convoluted or the ending ambiguous.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce for this independent film, with no specific consensus available regarding likes or dislikes.

Awards & Accolades

Premiered at FrightFest and screened at various genre festivals, receiving positive mentions.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in a real, abandoned building in the UK, contributing to its gritty and authentic atmosphere.

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Gimly

Gimly

I quite liked _Residue_, but I'm not sure that I was supposed to? Give it a watch and find out for yourself, by all means, but _Residue_ is an unpolished, poorly acted mess that I... Kinda want to watch again already? _Final rating:★★★ -...