Checking in at 20
Brian Chippendale is the drummer in Lightning Bolt. Greg Saunier is the drummer in Deerhoof. They've teamed up for a self-titled drum duo album—a limited edition LP featuring two side-long improvisations. Checking in at 20 was directed by Matt Conboy of Death by Audio films featuring interviews with members of the Flaming Lips, Les Savy Fav, Thee Oh Sees, and Oneida.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a road trip discover a dark secret in an abandoned mental asylum. As they explore the eerie corridors, they become trapped and realize they are not alone. The asylum's tormented spirits begin to hunt them, turning their fun getaway into a desperate fight for survival.
Critical Reception
Checking In was met with generally negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. Its low budget was apparent, and the film struggled with a derivative plot and inconsistent tone, failing to capitalize on its potentially creepy setting.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks originality and relies heavily on jump scares.
- Poor acting and weak screenplay detract from any potential scares.
- The found-footage style does little to elevate the predictable plot.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally point to the film being a low-budget horror effort with predictable scares and a weak narrative.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a very low budget, contributing to its raw and often amateurish aesthetic.
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