Kecksburg
Kecksburg

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Kecksburg

2019
Movie
87 min
English

A reporter investigates a mysterious crash and uncovers more than an object, but a massive government conspiracy. Inspired by the real life events of December 9, 1965 and one of America's most mysterious UFO incidents.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Jared CohnGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip in the woods discover a crashed alien spaceship. They soon realize that they are not alone and that the extraterrestrial entity is hostile. As they try to survive the night, they uncover the truth behind the legendary Kecksburg UFO incident.

Critical Reception

Kecksburg received mixed reviews, with many critics praising its ambitious concept and suspenseful atmosphere, while others pointed out its low budget limitations and predictable plot points. Audience reception was similarly divided, appreciating the creature effects and tension, but often citing a lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and creature design within its budget.

  • Criticized for relying on familiar sci-fi horror tropes and a somewhat underdeveloped narrative.

  • The film effectively creates a sense of dread and isolation in its woodland setting.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this title, but those available suggest a divisive reception. Some viewers found it to be a decent low-budget sci-fi horror flick with good tension, while others felt it was derivative and failed to deliver a truly original experience.

Fun Fact

The film draws inspiration from the real-life Kecksburg UFO incident of 1965, where an alleged extraterrestrial object crashed in Kecksburg, Pennsylvania, sparking a significant amount of speculation and conspiracy theories.

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