Ten Minutes to Midnight
Ten Minutes to Midnight

Movie spotlight

Ten Minutes to Midnight

2020
Movie
73 min
English

A late night radio host is trapped inside the station by a violent storm after being bitten by a rabid bat.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Director: Erik BloomquistGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

Aired live on New Year's Eve, the sultry rock-and-roll disc jockey, Amy, spins tunes for her listeners. But as the clock ticks closer to midnight, she finds herself trapped in her studio by a dangerous stalker. She must fight for her life as the broadcast continues and the countdown to the new year ticks away.

Critical Reception

Ten Minutes to Midnight is a grindhouse-style horror film that garnered attention for its intense atmosphere and throwback aesthetic. While not a mainstream hit, it found a dedicated audience within the horror community.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its claustrophobic tension and effective use of sound.

  • Lauded for its practical effects and suspenseful build-up.

  • Some critics found the plot predictable but appreciated the film's commitment to its genre.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location within a single radio station studio, enhancing its claustrophobic feel.

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