Terrible Hours
Terrible Hours

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Terrible Hours

1970
Movie
82 min
Arabic

When Hamdy's father is arrested for dealing drugs, Hamdy loses everything including his fiancée Amany who gets engaged to his old classmate Ramzy. Amany pressures Ramzy to accept a bribe from a contractor to hide his construction violations.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Bernard B. SiegelGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of strangers find themselves trapped in a remote mansion during a storm, unaware that one of them is a killer. As the night progresses, they are picked off one by one, leading to a tense and suspenseful struggle for survival. The survivors must uncover the killer's identity before they all fall victim to the 'terrible hours'.

Critical Reception

Terrible Hours was met with mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often pointed to its derivative plot and slow pacing, though some acknowledged the suspenseful atmosphere and a few effective shock sequences. It has since gained a cult following among fans of 1970s independent horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt at suspense and atmosphere.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uneven pacing.

  • Some noted effective moments of horror despite overall weaknesses.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited release and age, but those available generally reflect a similar sentiment to critical reception, with some appreciating its vintage horror charm while others found it dated and unoriginal.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, leading to some of the more unconventional and at times, unintentionally humorous, special effects and plot choices.

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