Scareycrows
Scareycrows

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Scareycrows

2017
Movie
73 min
English

Scareycrows is a comedy horror about a trainee hairdresser who discovers that her boyfriend is keeping a dark secret. Soon her world crashes around her as the quiet seaside town where she was born is overrun by homicidal scareycrows.

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IMDb4.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users38%
Director: Rory WilsonGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

When a group of friends decides to explore an abandoned farmhouse rumored to be haunted, they awaken an ancient evil that stalks the desolate fields. As night falls, they find themselves trapped, facing a terrifying force with a singular, gruesome purpose. Their only hope for survival lies in uncovering the dark history of the property before they become permanent residents.

Critical Reception

Scareycrows (2017) garnered a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its attempts at atmospheric horror and a few jump scares, many found the plot predictable, the characters underdeveloped, and the scares less effective than intended. The film struggled to stand out in a crowded horror market, often criticized for relying on familiar tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on clichés and jump scares, failing to deliver genuine terror.

  • The narrative is derivative and predictable, offering little originality.

  • While the atmosphere has potential, the weak character development hinders emotional investment.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Scareycrows are largely disappointed, with many viewers finding the film to be a generic horror offering. Common complaints include a lack of originality, unconvincing performances, and an unsatisfying conclusion. Some did find a few moments of suspense, but these were not enough to salvage the overall experience for most.

Fun Fact

The remote filming location for Scareycrows presented significant logistical challenges, with the cast and crew often battling harsh weather conditions and limited access to modern amenities, which some believe added to the film's gritty atmosphere.

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