Deadly Still

A group of friends on a remote camping trip discover that a legendary local monster, the 'Black Golem,' is real and actively hunting them. As they desperately try to survive the night, they uncover dark secrets about the creature's origins and its connection to the land they are trespassing on. Their only hope for survival lies in facing their deepest fears and fighting back against the ancient evil.

Deadly Still received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its predictable plot and uninspired execution. While some appreciated the attempt at creating a creature feature with a local folklore angle, many found the film to be derivative and lacking in genuine scares or compelling character development. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with its primary appeal being to fans of low-budget independent horror.

• Relies heavily on familiar horror tropes without offering much innovation.

• The creature design and some of the suspenseful moments are adequate, but not enough to elevate the film.

• Lacks compelling character arcs and relies on jump scares that often fall flat.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce, but generally indicate a lack of enthusiasm for the film, with many finding it to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre.

Director Steven R. Monroe is known for his work on numerous low-budget horror films, including several entries in the 'I Spit on Your Grave' remake series.