Dormscape

A group of college students moving into a new dormitory discover its dark and unsettling history. Strange occurrences and escalating paranoia begin to plague them as they uncover a series of disturbing events that took place within the building years ago. They must race against time to uncover the truth before they become the next victims of the dorm's malevolent past.

Dormscape received mixed to positive reviews. Critics praised its atmospheric tension and effective jump scares, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally responded well to its modern take on the haunted house trope.

• Praised for its chilling atmosphere and suspenseful build-up.

• Noted for strong performances from its young cast.

• Criticized by some for leaning into familiar horror clichés.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's frightening moments and engaging narrative, finding it a solid entry in the contemporary horror genre. Some mentioned the pacing could be tighter in the middle section.

Nominated for Best Horror Film at the Independent Spirit Awards.

The production team intentionally used older, flicker-prone lighting fixtures in the dormitory set to enhance the unsettling and retro horror aesthetic.