Movie spotlight
October 30th
Three friends escape into the wilderness after hearing only a portion of the Orson Welles radio play: The War of the Worlds. They seek refuge in an old hunting camp to ride out the fictional attack, and soon learn that they are being stalked by something very real.
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Plot Summary
A man and his girlfriend go to his childhood home after his mother's death to sort through her belongings. They discover a horrifying secret about his mother and her connection to a series of murders that took place on Halloween night.
Critical Reception
October 30th received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its atmosphere and performances while others criticized its predictable plot and slow pacing.
What Reviewers Say
Some critics appreciated the film's attempt at a slow-burn psychological horror.
Others found the plot to be derivative and lacking genuine scares.
Lin Shaye's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while some viewers enjoyed the eerie atmosphere and Lin Shaye's involvement, many found the movie to be underwhelming and predictable.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in just 18 days.
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