A Darker Shade of Night
A Darker Shade of Night

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A Darker Shade of Night

2017
Movie
11 min
English

Sixteen year old Mattie and her friend Joss are scavengers, living on the streets. They lay low and fly under the radar....loners. But one night, their world is turned upside down by a total stranger. A stranger on the run from a mistake for which there will be hell to pay.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Jeffery L. ScottGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former detective haunted by a past tragedy takes on a new case that forces him to confront his demons. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of corruption and betrayal that reaches higher than he ever imagined. The truth he seeks may ultimately destroy him.

Critical Reception

A Darker Shade of Night received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. While some praised its attempt at a dark, atmospheric thriller, many found the plot convoluted and predictable. Performances were generally considered adequate, but failed to elevate the material.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a weak script and a lack of originality.

  • Atmosphere is present, but the thriller elements fall flat.

  • Performances are overshadowed by the predictable plot.

Google audience: Audience reception for A Darker Shade of Night is largely absent from public record, with no significant trends in Google user reviews being identifiable.

Fun Fact

The film was independently produced and had a very limited theatrical release.

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