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A professor at a university in Los Angeles takes an unorthodox approach to teaching his students about fear, which leads to a reprimand by faculty authorities. So he invites the studen...
After Midnight
1989Movie90 minEnglish
A college professor teaching a course called "The Psychology of Fear" brings his students (including a psychic) to his home, one dark and stormy night to tell scary stories. The first involves a young couple whose car breaks down by an old, abandoned house. The second has four trendy teenage girls getting lost in a bad part of town and chased by a pack of vicious dogs. Last, a woman on crutches confronting a stalker at the answering service where she works the night shift.
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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Bill L. Norton•Genres: Horror, Thriller
Plot Summary
A young woman finds herself terrorized by a mysterious and dangerous force after her parents are brutally murdered. She must unravel the truth behind the killings and confront the lurking menace before it claims her as its next victim. The investigation leads her into a dark and twisted world where trust is scarce and survival is paramount.
Critical Reception
After Midnight received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics acknowledged its suspenseful atmosphere and the performances of its young lead, others found the plot to be derivative and the scares to be less effective than intended. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating its horror elements and others finding it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its attempt at building suspense and a chilling atmosphere.
- Criticized for a predictable plot and unoriginal horror tropes.
- Drew Barrymore's early performance noted for its intensity.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but general sentiment suggests a polarizing film; some found it a competent thriller for its time, while others felt it lacked originality and lasting impact.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of Drew Barrymore's earliest starring roles in a feature film, predating her more prominent work in films like E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.
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