Dear Melissa

A young woman named Melissa is targeted by a vengeful entity after her friends play a dark internet game. The game summons a demonic presence that begins to torment Melissa and those around her. As the entity's power grows, Melissa must find a way to stop it before it consumes her entirely.

Dear Melissa is a low-budget independent horror film that received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its attempts at suspense and atmosphere, many found the plot derivative and the execution lacking. It is generally considered a niche film within the horror community.

• Praised for some atmospheric moments and a decent central performance.

• Criticized for a predictable plot and uninspired horror tropes.

• Seen as a standard found-footage style horror film with limited originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally lean towards disappointment, with common sentiments mentioning a lack of scares and a story that doesn't quite deliver on its premise.

The film utilizes a found-footage style, aiming to create a sense of realism and immediate terror for the audience.