A Dead Calling
A young television reporter (or "investigative journalist") is attacked in her home, leading to her boyfriend being murdered. Six months later she returns to work in a smaller town, and stumbles across a house full of ghosts trying to call out to her. What is the secret of this house and how is she connected to it?
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Plot Summary
A group of teenagers are targeted by a vengeful spirit after disturbing a cursed burial ground. As the supernatural entity begins to pick them off one by one, they must uncover the history of the land and find a way to appease the restless soul before they all succumb to its wrath.
Critical Reception
A Dead Calling received generally negative reviews from critics and audiences, often cited as a generic slasher film with predictable scares and underdeveloped characters. Its low budget is apparent, contributing to a less polished presentation.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies heavily on jump scares and gore without offering much originality.
- The plot is derivative of many other supernatural horror films.
- Performances are largely uninspired, further detracting from the viewing experience.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'A Dead Calling' is scarce and generally unfavorable, with comments often pointing to its low production value and unengaging narrative as major drawbacks.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Canada, leveraging local talent and locations to keep production costs down, which is a common practice for low-budget horror films.
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