Before the Dark
Before the Dark

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Before the Dark

2017
Movie
60 min
English

The authorities discover that the Sun is dying and come up with a plan to save Mankind.

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IMDb3.4/10
Director: Trey McCombsGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple, Sarah and Mark, seek refuge in an abandoned house during a fierce storm, only to discover they are not alone. They soon realize the house is occupied by a menacing entity that feeds on fear and despair. As the night progresses, their survival hinges on uncovering the house's dark secrets and finding a way to escape before they become the entity's next victims.

Critical Reception

Before the Dark received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences, with many pointing to its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters as significant drawbacks. While some acknowledged the attempt at creating suspense, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a compelling horror experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric setting and potential for scares.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot and lack of originality in its horror elements.

  • Found to be slow-paced with unconvincing character motivations.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a strong disappointment with the film's narrative, with many viewers finding it uninspired and repetitive. The jump scares were deemed ineffective, and the overall lack of depth in the story and characters led to a predominantly negative audience response.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a real abandoned house in rural Georgia, adding to the authentic eerie atmosphere.

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