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The Hungry Ghosts
A New York City-set drama of interlocking stories which occur over a 36-hour period.
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Plot Summary
A group of estranged friends reunites at a remote cabin for a weekend of drinking and reliving old times. However, as the night progresses, unsettling events begin to unfold, blurring the lines between reality and hallucination. The friends soon realize they are not alone and that their past actions have come back to haunt them in a terrifying way.
Critical Reception
The Hungry Ghosts is a low-budget independent horror film that received a limited release and garnered mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some appreciated its attempt at psychological horror and suspense, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric tension and unsettling premise.
Criticized for a confusing narrative and underdeveloped characters.
Found to be a derivative effort in the psychological horror genre.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable or unrated on major platforms. What little commentary exists suggests viewers were divided, with some finding it a decent low-budget thriller and others disappointed by its pacing and plot resolution.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in a remote area of upstate New York, contributing to its isolated and eerie atmosphere.
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