Overnight
Overnight

Overnight

2012Movie129 minEnglish

Lance can't make till morning without night terrors. He's a man with emotional baggage, and his thoughts turn against him from dusk til dawn. Vera's a hooker, and she's fed up with johns, lonely hotel rooms and, well, life in general. Until she gets a call from Lance. He needs someone to next to him and protect him from the night terrors. No sex, just company...at least for now. By the end of the week they're in love. But Vera can't shake the feeling of being used, and Lance can't shake the feeling of Vera. Can two damaged souls find love and repair and a happily ever after? The secrets of the night, revealed, in this important new feature from Vivid and B. Skow.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Clay L. ThompsonGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends embarks on a camping trip that takes a dark turn when they become stranded and discover they are not alone in the woods. As paranoia sets in, their relationships are tested as they fight for survival against an unknown threat. The trip becomes a desperate struggle against the elements and each other.

Critical Reception

Overnight received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its suspenseful atmosphere while others criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly divided, with some finding it a serviceable thriller and others deeming it forgettable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt at building suspense in a remote setting.
  • Criticized for relying on common horror tropes and a lack of originality.
  • Character development was noted as weak, hindering emotional investment.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Overnight are scarce and generally unimpressed, with many finding the film to be unremarkable and its plot uninspired. Some viewers appreciated the tension, but the majority felt it failed to deliver a compelling viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget in a remote forest location, contributing to its intended atmosphere of isolation.

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