Paranormal
Paranormal

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Paranormal

2020
Movie
Adult · 18+
170 min
English

When witches Riley & Emily start terrorizing their classmates, student / paranormal investigator Kristen Scott is called in to stop them. Armed with a cross, holy water, and a circle of salt, Kristen tries to take on the demons that the witches summon but struggles. To put an end to it, she's going to have to go into the witches den, but what will it take to stop them?

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IMDb3.8/10
Director: Mostafa KasebGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, investigating the mysterious death of her sister, uncovers a series of disturbing paranormal events linked to an old house. As she delves deeper, she finds herself trapped in a terrifying reality where the lines between the living and the dead blur. The investigation turns into a desperate fight for survival against forces she cannot comprehend.

Critical Reception

Paranormal received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics citing its predictable plot and lack of genuine scares as significant drawbacks. While some appreciated the atmosphere, the overall execution failed to impress a wide audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality in its horror elements.

  • Struggles to build suspense and deliver effective scares.

  • The narrative feels derivative and underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely negative, with viewers frequently pointing out the film's uninspired plot and its failure to provide satisfying horror moments.

Fun Fact

The film is an Egyptian production, attempting to bring a localized supernatural horror narrative to the screen.

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