Party Night
Party Night

Movie spotlight

Party Night

2017
Movie
70 min
English

Six friends become prey for a sadistic psychopath when they decide to ditch their high school's after prom party for their own celebration at a secluded house.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users45%
Director: Eli RothGenres: Horror, Thriller, Comedy

Plot Summary

A high school senior, Kim, is preparing for her prom night, but her ex-boyfriend, an obsessive individual, has other plans. He orchestrates a deadly game, turning the celebratory event into a fight for survival for Kim and her friends.

Critical Reception

Party Night received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on gore over genuine suspense. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some finding it entertainingly schlocky while others were disappointed by its lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on gore and jump scares, lacking in suspense.

  • Predictable plot and underdeveloped characters hinder engagement.

  • Despite flaws, some found moments of dark humor and entertainment.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception. Many found the film to be a typical slasher flick, enjoyable for its mindless violence and some comedic elements, but criticized its derivative nature and lack of substantial plot. A notable portion found it predictable and disappointing.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The House at the End of the Street' before being changed to 'Party Night'.

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