Hideout
Hideout

Movie spotlight

Hideout

1983
Movie
90 min
French

A confirmed bachelor, a council employee from a small village, is fascinated by a refined schoolteacher.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Director: Dominique O. SmithGenres: Crime, Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip stumble upon a secluded cabin, unaware that it is the hideout of a notorious serial killer. As they delve deeper into the mystery of the cabin, they become the prey of the deranged individual. Their attempt to escape turns into a desperate fight for survival against a relentless and cunning adversary in a terrifying game of cat and mouse.

Critical Reception

Hideout received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. However, some praised its atmosphere and suspenseful moments, particularly for a low-budget independent film of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often derivative of slasher films popular in the early 80s.

  • The film's suspense is occasionally effective, but the narrative falters.

  • Lacks originality but provides some jump scares.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Hideout' is largely absent from publicly available data, making it difficult to summarize specific user opinions.

Fun Fact

Despite its limited release and critical reception, 'Hideout' has gained a small cult following among fans of obscure 1980s horror and thriller films.

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