Dark Harbour
Dark Harbour

Dark Harbour

2009Movie101 minJapanese

Manzo is a fisherman in a small seaside community who lives and works alone, but longs for a relationship and maybe a wife. When a sign is posted advertising a matchmaking party with city women, all the men gussy themselves up and videotape themselves for the dating service. Manzo borrows a camcorder and tries his luck, but his rehearsed speech doesn't go as planned. When showing the videotape to the prospective dates, he discovers something unusual: There is a woman and her son living in one of his closets. Instead of kicking them out, he encourages them to stay and develops a relationship with them that makes the other fishermen jealous.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Penny VlocGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a weekend getaway to a remote cabin find their relationships tested when a dark secret from their past resurfaces. As tensions rise and paranoia sets in, they realize they might not be alone in the woods, and the true danger may come from within their own circle. They must confront their buried truths before the situation escalates into tragedy.

Critical Reception

Dark Harbour received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and performances, while others found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating the suspenseful elements but often criticizing the pacing and resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and brooding tone.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
  • Performances were generally seen as strong, particularly the lead actors.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Dark Harbour are scarce, but those available indicate a divided opinion, with some appreciating the thriller aspects and others finding the story lacking.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in rural Quebec, Canada, adding to its isolated and atmospheric setting.

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