A Devil in the Pocket
A Devil in the Pocket

A Devil in the Pocket

2019Movie6 minFrench

As children play hide and seek, they witness a crime. Only Auguste, the youngest amongst them, no longer wants to carry the burden of keeping the grave secret. A poetically crafted miniature about guilt, betrayal and loyalty.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Michael StevantoneGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends gets more than they bargained for when they decide to investigate a local legend about a haunted house. As they venture deeper into the abandoned property, they uncover a dark secret and find themselves trapped with a malevolent entity. Their friendships are tested as they fight for survival against the supernatural forces at play.

Critical Reception

A Devil in the Pocket received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its attempts at creating a suspenseful atmosphere and its straightforward horror elements, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. The film is often cited as a low-budget independent horror flick that doesn't break much new ground in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Tries to deliver classic haunted house scares but falls short due to underdeveloped characters and a predictable storyline.
  • The film struggles with pacing and relies on jump scares rather than building genuine dread.
  • While not entirely unwatchable for hardcore horror fans, it offers little in the way of originality or compelling narrative.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews is not readily available, but general audience sentiment appears to align with critical reception, suggesting a film that is largely forgettable within the horror genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively small budget, typical of many independent horror productions, aiming to create a sense of unease through atmosphere and practical effects where possible.

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