Solstice
Solstice

Solstice

2020Movie15 minEnglish

During a violent winter storm, a meek bartender spends the longest night of the year with a mysterious stranger with whom she shares a meal and an ancient ritual. This film is based on the story collection and proposed tv series HOTEL NETHERLAND by writer/director Lisandro Perez-Rey.

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: Daniel Robert CohnGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on vacation in the remote mountains during the summer solstice stumble upon a sinister cult. As they try to escape, they become targets of the cult's dark rituals, leading to a desperate fight for survival against ancient, terrifying forces.

Critical Reception

Solstice received a largely negative reception from critics, who found its plot predictable and its scares unoriginal. Audience scores were similarly low, with many viewers criticizing the underdeveloped characters and lack of suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by some for its atmospheric setting, but widely criticized for its formulaic horror tropes.
  • The film struggles to build tension, with many viewers finding the plot predictable and the ending unsatisfying.
  • Despite a compelling premise, the execution failed to impress, often resorting to jump scares over genuine suspense.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Solstice were overwhelmingly negative, with many viewers expressing disappointment in the weak plot, lack of originality, and subpar acting. The film is frequently described as a forgettable entry in the horror genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a remote mountain area, with the filmmakers aiming to capture a sense of isolation and dread inherent to the solstice theme.

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