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It Kinda Scares Me
It Kinda Scares Me is a documentary about a drama coach and the “delinquent” boys he teaches. In their world, bravado is everything and Friday nights are for getting into fights. Tomer Heymann, both filmmaker and drama coach, encourages the boys to create something from their pain and marginalization, while they struggle in rehearsals to preserve their much-prized Israeli machismo. When Tomer announces to the group that he is gay, they are shocked, but his commitment to their play wins the day as they prepare for a performance that will give voice to the lives of disaffected Israeli youth.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends find themselves in a remote, possibly haunted, cabin and must confront their deepest fears and a mysterious entity that preys on their anxieties. As paranoia sets in, they question whether the danger is real or imagined, leading to a desperate fight for survival and sanity.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot and uneven tone. While some praised the performances of the main cast and occasional moments of suspense, many found the horror elements underdeveloped and the comedic aspects jarring.
What Reviewers Say
Puzzlingly bland horror-comedy that struggles to find its footing.
Relies too heavily on jump scares and predictable tropes.
Some witty dialogue and solid performances can't salvage a weak premise.
Google audience: Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the dark humor and the performances, particularly from Natasha Lyonne. However, many felt the film was too derivative of other horror-comedies and lacked genuine scares or a satisfying resolution.
Fun Fact
The working title for the film was originally 'Don't Look Down', but it was changed due to concerns about confusion with the 1999 thriller of the same name.
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