Up On The Glass
Up On The Glass

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Up On The Glass

2020
Movie
96 min
English

A wanderer named Jack DiMercurio secretly desires the life and wife of his more affluent friend, Andy Shelton. Past tensions resurface between the two men during an informal reunion at Andy's cottage on Lake Michigan. One heinous act allows Jack to draw close to Andy's wife Liz, but Jack finds living Andy's life is a dangerous lie.

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: Joshua TateGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In this psychological horror film, a young couple moves into a secluded modern house only to discover a hidden, possibly supernatural, entity within its walls. As their relationship deteriorates under the strain of isolation and fear, they begin to question their sanity and the reality of the malevolent presence that seems to feed on their discord.

Critical Reception

Up On The Glass received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its underdeveloped plot and predictable scares. While some appreciated the atmosphere and acting, the film was generally seen as a derivative entry in the home invasion horror subgenre, failing to offer anything particularly original or compelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's atmosphere and isolation themes are its strongest points.

  • Plot elements are often convoluted and fail to deliver impactful scares.

  • Lacks originality and feels like a retread of familiar horror tropes.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Up On The Glass' are scarce, but available commentary suggests viewers found the film to be a slow-burn thriller with some unsettling moments, though many felt it did not live up to its potential and suffered from a lack of clear narrative direction.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a real, isolated modern home, which contributed to the authentic sense of claustrophobia and unease experienced by the cast.

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