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Two millennial entrepreneurs stage elaborate fake exorcisms on social media until one of their girlfriends becomes possessed by a demon.
An online paranormal investigator, Drew, and his producer, Max, run a popular livestreamed exorcism show called 'The Cleansing Hour'. Their staged hauntings take a terrifyingly real turn when a genuine demonic entity possesses Drew's fiancée, leading to a desperate fight for survival against the supernatural forces they once exploited.
The Cleansing Hour garnered a mixed to positive reception, praised for its inventive premise, blend of horror and humor, and solid performances, particularly from its lead actors. Some critics found the pacing uneven in parts, but the film was generally seen as an engaging and unique entry into the supernatural horror genre.
Praised for its clever and original concept blending humor with horror.
Appreciated for its strong performances, especially by the lead cast.
Some noted pacing issues but found the overall experience thrilling and fun.
Google audience: Audiences generally found 'The Cleansing Hour' to be an entertaining and surprisingly effective horror-comedy. Many users highlighted the film's creative premise and the satisfying blend of scares and laughs as its strongest points, with a notable appreciation for the actors' contributions.
The film was developed from a short film of the same name, also directed by Damien McCalden, which gained significant traction online.
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I'm very disappointed with the film. The film takes place in only one place, and with time, the film becomes more and more crap, but on the other hand, I have to highlight the film effects of those there were many. Unfortunately, the plot...
What a ride this was. Pretty clever and well paced. This movie gives you what when a secret comes back to haunt in the worst way. The effects are quite good in this as well as the deaths. The things we do to get verified on social med...