Godforsaken
Godforsaken

Movie spotlight

Godforsaken

2019
Movie
91 min
English

Every year on the night of Halloween, demons are set upon the earth to collect more souls. Dina, a woman in a spiritual crisis, is the only one who can stop earth's descent into hell.

Insights

IMDb4.6/10
Director: Donald FarmerGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Sarah, is on a spiritual retreat in a remote location to overcome past traumas. However, her sanctuary is shattered when a sinister cult infiltrates the retreat, turning her path to healing into a desperate fight for survival. As the cult's disturbing rituals unfold, Sarah must confront both her inner demons and the terrifying external threat.

Critical Reception

Godforsaken received a mixed to negative reception, primarily criticized for its slow pacing and predictable plot, though some noted its atmosphere and performances as potential highlights. It found a niche audience among hardcore horror fans, but failed to gain widespread critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a disjointed narrative and lacks genuine scares.

  • While the performances are commendable, they cannot salvage the weak script.

  • The low-budget production is evident, impacting the overall visual quality.

Google audience: Audience reception for Godforsaken is largely absent from public platforms, with limited available data. Those few opinions that exist suggest a polarizing experience, with some viewers appreciating its attempt at psychological horror while others found it underwhelming.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a remote, isolated cabin to enhance the atmosphere of isolation and unease.

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1 reviews
GeekyRedhead

GeekyRedhead

Shaky camera. Documentary-style. SNORE.