The Haunting of Deiana Wood
The Haunting of Deiana Wood

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The Haunting of Deiana Wood

2017
Movie
28 min
English

Two young gay friends, Luke and Toby, go camping in local beauty spot Deiana Wood. As darkness falls, they share ghostly bedtime stories about Deiana Wood's blood-soaked history.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users62%
Director: David E. SanGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of estranged siblings is drawn back to their childhood home after the mysterious death of their mother, only to discover a malevolent entity that preys on their deepest fears and regrets. As the supernatural occurrences escalate, they must confront their fractured past and work together to survive the haunting, which is intricately linked to a dark family secret.

Critical Reception

The Haunting of Deiana Wood received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised its atmospheric tension and strong performances from its lead actors, particularly Toni Collette, others found the plot convoluted and predictable, with some criticism directed at pacing issues and a lack of originality in its horror elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and effective jump scares.

  • Toni Collette's performance is a standout, delivering a nuanced portrayal of a tormented character.

  • Criticized for a plot that becomes overly complicated and relies on familiar horror tropes.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with many appreciating the film's suspenseful build-up and the chilling performances. However, a significant portion found the story's resolution disappointing and the scares less impactful than anticipated.

Fun Fact

The remote, isolated location chosen for the Wood family's ancestral home significantly contributed to the film's eerie and claustrophobic atmosphere, with the production team reportedly experiencing some unusual occurrences during filming in the secluded estate.

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