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Case#13
The Hell Gang, an exclusive group of friends, promise a schoolmate that he can join their gang if he can just make it to the porch of a legendary mansion that has a dark and sinister past. Others have tried but none have made it within sight of the mansion before fleeing back in terror. Eddie, who is rigged with a camera to prove he did it, does not return at all! Five members of the gang must now go in to find him. They set off, confident that Eddie is trying to prank them. But what they find in the old mansion is even more terrifying than the campfire stories and legends of the murdered children that once lived there.
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Plot Summary
This documentary offers a unique perspective by not focusing on a single subject, but rather on the act of filmmaking itself and the conversations that arise during its creation. It weaves together footage from various projects and discussions with filmmakers, exploring the ethical considerations and personal journeys involved in documentary storytelling. The film delves into the complexities of representation and the collaborative nature of bringing a story to the screen.
Critical Reception
Case#13 received modest attention, appreciated for its experimental approach and its meta-commentary on the documentary form. Critics often highlighted its intellectual depth and the engaging nature of the filmmaker discussions, though some noted its niche appeal and potential for being too self-reflexive for general audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its innovative meta-documentary style.
Appreciated for its insightful conversations among filmmakers.
Noted as a film for those interested in the craft of documentary.
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Fun Fact
The film was developed through a residency at the Sundance Institute.
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