Scare Package
Scare Package

Scare Package

2019Movie106 minEnglish

Chad Buckley is super crazy about horror movies, but also very lonely. He mostly spends his days in his small movie shop having wild discussions with his only returning customer, Sam.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes82%
Google Users85%
Director: Aaron B. KoontzGenres: Horror, Comedy, Anthology

Plot Summary

In this horror-comedy anthology, a lonely video store clerk named Chad curates a collection of terrifying VHS tapes for a mysterious customer. Each tape unleashes a unique and gruesome tale of terror, ranging from slasher scenarios to creature features, all connected by a shared theme of ultimate dread. As the night progresses, Chad must confront his own demons and the extreme violence unfolding before him.

Critical Reception

Scare Package was generally well-received by critics and audiences, particularly for its affectionate tribute to 80s horror tropes and its creative, over-the-top gore. Reviewers praised its blend of humor and horror, its inventive segments, and its nostalgic feel, though some found the anthology structure a bit uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • A loving homage to 80s direct-to-video horror that delivers on gore and laughs.
  • Features creative and inventive horror segments with a strong comedic undertone.
  • Appreciated for its enthusiasm and commitment to practical effects and over-the-top violence.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's fun and entertaining nature, with many praising its creative horror scenarios and humorous approach. Viewers enjoyed the nostalgic feel and the satisfyingly gruesome special effects.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by the director's own childhood spent in video rental stores, and the curated VHS tapes are designed to reflect different subgenres of horror cinema.

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Chris Sawin

Chris Sawin

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Repo Jack

Repo Jack

Horror anthology: Check. Loving homage to horror classics: Check. B-movie horror-comedy: Check. Buckets of gore: Check. -----MILD SPOILER------- Extra Credit--Joe Bob Briggs cameo: Check. Extra Extra Credit--You love...