Evil Things
Evil Things

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Evil Things

2009
Movie
86 min
English

On January 9, 2009, five college students left New York City for a weekend in the country. 48 hours later, all five students have simply vanished without a trace. There were no leads and no evidence - until now.

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IMDb3.8/10
Director: Dominic MonaghanGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a remote camping trip finds themselves stalked by a mysterious killer. As they try to survive the night, they uncover dark secrets about their own relationships, leading to paranoia and escalating terror. The group dwindles one by one as the unseen threat closes in.

Critical Reception

Evil Things received a largely negative reception from critics, with many finding the film to be derivative and predictable. The low-budget nature was apparent, and the performances were often cited as uninspired. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with its limited release and lack of strong word-of-mouth contributing to its obscurity.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies heavily on familiar horror tropes without offering anything new.

  • The pacing is slow, and the jump scares are often ineffective.

  • The characters are underdeveloped, making it difficult for audiences to connect with their plight.

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Fun Fact

Despite being marketed as a film, 'Evil Things' was primarily released as a direct-to-video feature, limiting its exposure and critical review.

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