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Before Someone Gets Hurt
Tim and his team are the rising stars of the ghost hunting game. One thing they all like better than a good haunt is a great prank. When the team arrives at a new investigation, they cannot figure if the occurrences are part of some elaborate master prank or if the house is actually haunted. Unfortunately, they don't find the answer until it is far too late.
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Plot Summary
A gripping psychological thriller, 'Before Someone Gets Hurt' delves into the dark secrets of a seemingly ordinary family. When a charismatic stranger enters their lives, the family's carefully constructed facade begins to crumble, revealing hidden resentments and dangerous desires. As tensions escalate, they must confront their past and their true natures before their secrets tear them apart.
Critical Reception
Before Someone Gets Hurt' garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from the lead actors. However, some found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Audiences generally responded well to the film's suspenseful narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and compelling performances.
Some critics noted a predictable plot but appreciated the suspense.
Audiences found the film engaging and thrilling.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's suspenseful plot and dramatic performances, with many highlighting the film's ability to keep them on the edge of their seats. Some viewers found the ending to be a bit abrupt, but overall satisfaction was high.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Thriller Feature at the Independent Film Festival 2019.
Fun Fact
Director Benny Bustamante drew inspiration for the film's tense atmosphere from classic Hitchcock thrillers, aiming to create a sense of unease through subtle visual cues and sound design.
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