Dorm
Dorm

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Dorm

2016
Movie
91 min
English

The story of an outbreak of disease that has plagued a school dormitory that causes a person to turn into a zombie. Meanwhile, Rumi who has feelings for her schoolmate Izara wants to be the hero to save his loved one.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Benito ZambranoGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of five young women, friends since childhood, decide to spend a weekend at a secluded country house. What begins as a fun getaway quickly turns into a nightmare as they discover the house harbors dark secrets and a malevolent entity. Trapped and terrified, they must confront their deepest fears and fight for survival against the supernatural forces that stalk them.

Critical Reception

Dorm received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often pointed to its reliance on conventional horror tropes and a predictable plot. While some acknowledged the performances of its lead actresses and moments of suspense, the film was generally seen as failing to offer anything new to the genre. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the jump scares and atmosphere, while others found it to be derivative and lacking in originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to escape genre clichés, offering a familiar tale of a haunted house and its unsuspecting victims.

  • While the actresses deliver committed performances, their efforts are often undermined by a predictable narrative.

  • The movie attempts to build tension but ultimately falls short of delivering a truly frightening or innovative horror experience.

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Fun Fact

The film was initially intended to be a remake of a French horror film, but the script was significantly altered during development.

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