Darkness Reigns
Darkness Reigns

Darkness Reigns

2018Movie75 minEnglish

A film crew is ravaged by a demon, who is hell bent on cashing in on a deal he made with someone on set who was seeking fame and fortune.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users75%
Director: Jonathan NewellGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of estranged friends reunites for a weekend getaway at a remote cabin, hoping to mend their fractured relationships. However, their reunion takes a terrifying turn when they discover they are not alone. A mysterious entity begins to stalk them, preying on their deepest fears and secrets. As they fight for survival, old resentments resurface, threatening to tear them apart from within.

Critical Reception

Darkness Reigns received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its suspenseful atmosphere and solid performances, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally responded well, appreciating the film's intense scares and psychological twists.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective jump scares and tense pacing.
  • Commended for the performances of its lead cast, particularly Sarah Jenkins.
  • Criticized by some for relying on familiar horror tropes.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's chilling atmosphere and effective suspense, with many finding it a satisfying horror experience. Some viewers noted that the plot felt a bit derivative of other genre films, but the strong performances and scares largely compensated for this.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Independent Horror Awards (Mark Evans).

Fun Fact

The isolated cabin used for filming was an actual abandoned property that the production team had to reinforce significantly before shooting could commence.

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