The Caller

A woman, recently released from a psychiatric facility, tries to rebuild her life but finds herself haunted by strange phone calls. These calls seem to originate from her past and are delivered by a sinister, disembodied voice. As the calls become more menacing, she fears she is losing her grip on reality and that the caller may be intent on fulfilling a dark prophecy.

The Caller received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences, with many finding the plot convoluted and the scares unoriginal. It is generally considered a forgettable entry in the late 90s horror genre.

• The film suffers from a weak script and predictable scares.

• The plot relies too heavily on a supernatural element that fails to be engaging.

• Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available tend to criticize the film's slow pacing and unconvincing plot. Some viewers found the premise intriguing but felt it was not executed effectively.

The film was initially developed with a different script and was intended to be a more psychological thriller before being reworked into a supernatural horror.