From the Depths
From the Depths

Movie spotlight

From the Depths

2020
Movie
85 min
English

After surviving a shark attack, a young woman is plagued by nightmares of being stalked in the dark sea by a ravenous predator, and by hallucinations of visits from her sister and boyfriend, both whom were killed in the attack.

Insights

IMDb3.5/10
Director: Michael L. OliverGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of young women on a road trip become stranded in a remote area and must fight for survival when they are stalked by a sinister presence in the woods. As they desperately try to escape, they uncover a dark secret connected to the land they have trespassed upon.

Critical Reception

From the Depths received generally negative reviews from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and weak character development. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some appreciating the suspenseful atmosphere but others criticizing the predictable scares and low production values.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempts at creating a tense atmosphere, but often falls short.

  • Criticized for predictable plot points and a lack of originality in its horror elements.

  • Character performances were often cited as a weak point, hindering audience connection.

Google audience: Audience feedback for 'From the Depths' is scarce, with no significant consensus available. What little feedback exists suggests viewers found it to be a standard, low-budget horror film with little to distinguish itself.

Fun Fact

Despite its limited release and low profile, the film was shot on location in various rural areas, aiming to enhance its feeling of isolation and dread.

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