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For Sale by Owner
Emeryville: population 73,250, including one feared serial killer on the loose who carves the number 13 into his victims’ chests. Sara is home alone on a stormy night when there is a knock at the door. Andrew, a real estate consultant, has stopped by regarding the sale of her house. Problem is, the house isn’t for sale. Against her better judgment, she grants Andrew shelter from the rain. But tension builds as Andrew, talking about his impending custody battle for his daughter, becomes more and more agitated. Sara finds herself in possible peril, until there is another knock at the door. John, a scripture-quoting home security technician, has stopped by to fix a fuse. But he may not be all he seems when a knife is found in his bag. Cautious cat-and-mouse play ensues as the trio tries to determine just who the true threat is, while a surprise twist leaves you wondering just who it is that really needs to be saved …
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Plot Summary
A group of friends discovers that their new dream house has a dark and terrifying secret. As they delve deeper into the property's history, they uncover a series of disturbing events that suggest the house is not only haunted but actively malevolent. Their dream home quickly transforms into a nightmarish prison as they struggle to survive the supernatural forces at play.
Critical Reception
For Sale by Owner received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares unoriginal. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some viewers appreciating its low-budget horror aesthetic while others found it to be a derivative and uninspired entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Predictable plot and derivative scares detract from the film.
The low-budget horror aesthetic offers little to distinguish itself.
A forgettable entry in the haunted house subgenre.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around the Dallas, Texas area.
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