Dyin' Ryan

A group of friends on a camping trip discover an ancient, cursed artifact that unleashes a vengeful spirit. As the spirit hunts them one by one, they must find a way to appease or destroy it before it claims them all. The woods become a terrifying maze as they fight for survival against an unseen force.

Dyin' Ryan received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its derivative plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated its attempt at a classic horror atmosphere, many found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre, failing to deliver genuine scares or originality. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some enjoying the gore and suspense, while others were disappointed by the predictable storyline.

• Relies too heavily on horror tropes without offering a fresh perspective.

• The scares are few and far between, often undermined by weak writing.

• Despite a few tense moments, the film ultimately falls flat.

Google audience: Viewers found the film to be somewhat engaging with its spooky premise but were largely critical of its lack of originality and predictable plot twists. Many felt the acting was subpar and the jump scares were uninspired, leading to a generally disappointing experience.

Director Dan Brown also stars in the film and reportedly shot most of his scenes in his own backyard to cut costs.