Nightmare Vacation
Nightmare Vacation

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Nightmare Vacation

2018
Movie
57 min
English

Join John Polonia and Matt Satterly as they head to the shore for a few days of booze and babes! Little do they know a sadistic killer with a sharp knife is tagging along, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. What is the terrible secret behind all the slayings?

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic49/100
Google Users55%
Director: Jon BoisGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future where the elite can indulge in any fantasy, a wealthy couple chooses a deadly 'vacation' experience. However, their simulated reality begins to unravel, blurring the lines between their desires and genuine peril. They must fight for survival as the program they signed up for turns against them.

Critical Reception

Nightmare Vacation received a mixed to negative reception, with critics divided on its satirical intent and execution. While some praised its dark humor and commentary on class disparity, many found the plot convoluted and the tone inconsistent.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious, albeit flawed, social commentary.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uneven pacing.

  • Some found the dark humor effective, others deemed it gratuitous.

Google audience: Audiences were largely unimpressed with Nightmare Vacation, with many citing a lack of originality and a failure to deliver on its premise. While a minority appreciated the film's darker themes, the general consensus points to a disappointing viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film's ambitious visual effects were largely achieved through practical effects and innovative camera work, aiming for a grittier, more realistic depiction of its dystopian world.

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