Don't Make Eye Contact

A group of friends on a remote camping trip discover a terrifying local legend about a creature that hunts those who make direct eye contact with it. As strange occurrences begin to plague their isolation, they must rely on each other and their wits to survive the encroaching darkness. Paranoia and fear escalate as they question who among them might be unknowingly leading the danger closer.

Don't Make Eye Contact has been met with a mixed to positive reception. Critics have praised its atmospheric tension and a few standout performances, particularly from Sophia Lillis. However, some have found the plot to be derivative of other found-footage and creature-feature horror films, with pacing issues in the second act being a common point of criticism. Audience scores indicate a generally favorable response, with many enjoying the suspense and jump scares.

• Praised for its effective use of suspense and a chilling premise.

• Critiqued for relying on familiar horror tropes and predictable plot points.

• Sophia Lillis delivers a compelling performance that anchors the film.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's suspenseful atmosphere and the engaging performances. Many found the creature concept to be inventive and enjoyed the escalating tension throughout the camping trip. Some reviews noted that while the story had some predictable elements, the overall scares and atmosphere made it a worthwhile watch.

The sound design for the creature's 'call' was reportedly created by layering recordings of distorted whale songs and sped-up insect chirps to create an unsettling, unnatural sound.