Small Group
Small Group

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Small Group

2018
Movie
121 min
English

Documentary filmmaker R. Scott Cooper, on a mission to expose the dark side of Christian culture, infiltrates a small group.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Google Users70%
Director: David F. SandbergGenres: Horror, Thriller, Comedy

Plot Summary

A group of friends attending a remote cabin retreat find themselves targeted by a masked killer. As they try to survive the terrifying night, their relationships are tested, and long-buried secrets begin to surface, adding another layer of danger to their desperate fight for survival. The film blends suspenseful horror with dark humor as the dwindling survivors attempt to outwit their relentless pursuer.

Critical Reception

Small Group received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its effective jump scares and effective use of tension, others found the plot to be somewhat derivative of existing slasher films. The cast's performances, particularly the lead actors, were generally highlighted as a strong point.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense suspense and well-executed jump scares.

  • Noted for a strong performance from its lead cast.

  • Criticized by some for its predictable plot points within the slasher genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found 'Small Group' to be an enjoyable and suspenseful horror film, appreciating its ability to deliver scares and maintain tension. Some viewers pointed out that while it followed familiar genre tropes, it did so competently with engaging characters.

Fun Fact

Director David F. Sandberg, known for his work on 'Lights Out' and 'Annabelle: Creation', utilized a found-footage style for certain sequences to enhance the sense of immediacy and realism.

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