Possess
Possess

Movie spotlight

Possess

2023
Movie
15 min
English

On February 20th, 2016, a college student's friend goes missing. Through phone recordings, we recall the event that led up to his disappearance.

Insights

IMDb4.2/10
Director: Dean K. WilliamsGenres: Horror, Thriller, Supernatural

Plot Summary

A group of paranormal investigators delves into a reputedly haunted apartment, only to find themselves trapped and terrorized by a malevolent entity. As their numbers dwindle, they must uncover the dark history of the building to survive the night.

Critical Reception

Possess received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences, with many pointing to its derivative plot and underdeveloped characters. However, some praised its atmosphere and jump scares, particularly for fans of low-budget horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on familiar horror tropes without offering much originality.

  • The scares are present but often predictable, failing to build sustained tension.

  • Technical aspects are serviceable for a low-budget film, but the narrative struggles.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for 'Possess', but those available suggest a mixed reception, with some viewers finding it a passable, albeit uninspired, horror flick and others being disappointed by its lack of innovation.

Fun Fact

Director Dean K. Williams also stars in the film as one of the lead investigators and reportedly used his own apartment building for some of the filming locations.

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