Lurking Near
Lurking Near

Movie spotlight

Lurking Near

2017
Movie
21 min
Greek

As a forest scout he was ready to spend some nights on the mountain but nothing could prepare him for what was lurking near.

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: Jared CohnGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a remote camping trip find themselves terrorized by a mysterious and malevolent entity. As they try to escape the woods, they realize they are being hunted one by one. Their attempts to survive become increasingly desperate as the entity's presence grows stronger and more menacing.

Critical Reception

Lurking Near received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, generic scares, and weak character development. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be an uninspired entry in the found-footage horror subgenre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies on cheap jump scares and predictable plot twists.

  • Features underdeveloped characters and a derivative storyline.

  • Lacks originality and fails to deliver genuine suspense.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Lurking Near are scarce and generally unenthusiastic, with many viewers expressing disappointment over the film's lack of scares and originality.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a remote forest area, which contributed to its atmospheric setting but also presented logistical challenges for the cast and crew.

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