Widow's Point
Widow's Point

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Widow's Point

2019
Movie
90 min
English

An author who spends a weekend locked in a haunted lighthouse as a publicity stunt for his next book becomes a target for powerful supernatural forces.

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Gregory LambersonGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young author seeking inspiration for her next novel decides to spend a week alone in a remote, abandoned lighthouse known for its dark history. As she delves into the lighthouse's past through old journals, strange occurrences begin to plague her stay. She finds herself increasingly isolated and terrified, questioning whether the malevolent forces are real or a figment of her own crumbling psyche.

Critical Reception

Widow's Point garnered a mixed reception, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and Katelyn Nappi's performance. However, some found the plot to be predictable and the scares derivative of other horror tropes. Audience reception was similarly divided, appreciating the spooky setting but wishing for a more original storyline.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creepy atmosphere and isolationist setting.

  • Katelyn Nappi's performance as the lead is often highlighted as a strong point.

  • Criticized for relying on familiar horror clichés and a somewhat predictable narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Widow's Point are scarce, but those available suggest appreciation for the haunted lighthouse setting and the psychological build-up, though some viewers found the horror elements to be uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location at the Point Abino Lighthouse in Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada, adding to its authentic and eerie atmosphere.

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