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We were almost on to something here. Unfortunately, some of the acting, and often the sound quality (my God the sound quality), those sort of quality issues, stop _Bad Apples_ from really ever getting past its interesting design concept.
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Bad Apples
2018Movie85 minEnglish
It’s Halloween night, and two “bad apples” decide to play some wicked tricks on the one house in a suburban cul-de-sac that is not celebrating Halloween. They terrorize a young couple in their home and these tricks become increasingly more sinister as the night progresses, finally ending in a Halloween the entire neighborhood will never forget.
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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Erik Bernard•Genres: Horror, Thriller
Plot Summary
A group of young friends embarks on a weekend getaway to a remote cabin, hoping for a relaxing escape. However, their plans quickly turn into a nightmare when they discover a sinister secret lurking within the woods. As they try to uncover the truth, they become targets of a brutal and vengeful force.
Critical Reception
Bad Apples received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its plot predictable and its horror elements uninspired. While some appreciated its attempt at a throwback slasher feel, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of originality and underdeveloped characters.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies heavily on familiar horror tropes without adding anything new.
- Lacks sufficient character development to make the audience care about their fate.
- The scares are often unoriginal and fail to generate significant tension.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Bad Apples are scarce, but those available tend to echo critical sentiments, with many finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the genre.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around the Canadian wilderness, aiming to leverage the isolated and atmospheric setting to enhance the horror.
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