And Soon the Darkness
And Soon the Darkness

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And Soon the Darkness

1970
Movie
99 min
English

Two young English women go on a cycling tour of the French countryside. When one of them goes missing, the other begins to search for her. But who can she trust?

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Robert Vincent O'NeilGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Two young American women, Cathy and Jane, are on a cycling holiday in the French countryside. While stopping at a secluded inn, Cathy wanders off and disappears. Jane becomes increasingly frantic as she searches for her friend, encountering a series of suspicious characters and unsettling events that suggest a sinister plot is unfolding.

Critical Reception

And Soon the Darkness received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics often praised its atmospheric tension and suspenseful buildup, though some found the pacing to be slow at times. Audiences generally appreciated the giallo-esque mystery and the performances of its lead actresses.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and intriguing mystery.

  • The film effectively builds tension, making for a chilling viewing experience.

  • Some viewers noted that the plot could be predictable and the pacing occasionally lagged.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the French countryside, and its isolated rural setting significantly contributes to the film's unsettling and suspenseful atmosphere.

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John Chard

John Chard

Daylight Dread. Jane (Pamela Franklin) and Cathy (Michele Dotrice) are a couple of British nurses taking a bicycle vacation through rural France. When they have an argument, Jane storms off ahead leaving Cathy sunbathing on the grass. La...