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Altered Hours
Recovering addict Will Parker experiments with 'Z', a black-market sleeping serum, in order to cure his insomnia. Instead, the drug sends Will's consciousness one day into the future, where he's the prime suspect in the disappearance of a young girl he hasn't even met - yet.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a weekend getaway find themselves trapped in a secluded cabin with a mysterious, unseen force that seems to manipulate time. As their sanity unravels and reality blurs, they must confront their deepest fears and hidden secrets to survive the night.
Critical Reception
Altered Hours received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences, often praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and creative premise, though some noted its slow burn and occasional pacing issues.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique temporal twist on the cabin-in-the-woods horror trope.
Appreciated for building a tense and unsettling atmosphere.
Some found the plot convoluted and the resolution less impactful than the build-up.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but generally indicate a divisive film with some appreciating its unconventional approach to horror and others finding it confusing.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a very limited budget, with much of the suspense relying on practical effects and clever sound design rather than extensive visual effects.
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