Shit's About to Get Dark
Shit's About to Get Dark

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Shit's About to Get Dark

2014
Movie
7 min
English

"What's the worst thing you can think of?" With those words, five friends kick off a hilariously filthy game of shock value one-upsmanship that culminates unexpectedly in real-life horror.

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: Mark Steven PellingtonGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A desperate woman, struggling with addiction and a troubled past, tries to reconnect with her estranged daughter. However, her attempts are complicated by the dangerous world she inhabits and the arrival of a mysterious figure from her past, forcing her to confront her demons. The film explores themes of redemption, motherhood, and the cyclical nature of trauma.

Critical Reception

Shit's About to Get Dark received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising Taryn Manning's performance but many criticizing the film's predictable plot and uneven tone. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the emotional intensity and others finding it overly bleak.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Taryn Manning's committed performance in a challenging role.

  • Criticized for a derivative and uninspired storyline.

  • Found to suffer from a bleak and often gratuitous depiction of hardship.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available indicate a polarized reception, with some viewers finding the film compelling and emotionally resonant, while others found it too dark and lacking in originality.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was reportedly 'Fallen'. The drastic change in title was met with some controversy and discussion.

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