Revival
Revival

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Revival

2007
Movie
88 min
English

Like a spark that ignites the grasslands, revival seems to come from nowhere and spreads across the wastelands of the human heart; it buns away the hulls and stubble, and come spring, new life sprouts from the charred waste! Songs of revival are the most exciting of all. They have energy. They have power to move us to tears and make us shout for the sheer joy of being truly alive. This Gaither Homecoming video will recall for the times when God's presence invaded your dry places and suddenly you knew 'resurrection' was more than just a word.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes26%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users59%
Director: Frank DarabontGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A detective investigating a series of bizarre murders in a small town becomes entangled with a mysterious cult that worships a charismatic but sinister preacher. As the killings escalate and the cult's influence grows, he must race against time to uncover the truth before the town is consumed by darkness.

Critical Reception

Revival received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and performances, while others criticized its convoluted plot and predictable scares. Audiences were similarly divided, with many finding the film's slow pace and dark themes unsettling, though some appreciated its unsettling mood.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy for its unsettling atmosphere and strong performances.

  • Criticized for a confusing narrative and an unsatisfying conclusion.

  • The film struggles to balance its horror elements with its dramatic ambitions.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Revival are mixed. Many appreciated the film's dark and brooding atmosphere, finding it to be an effective mood piece. However, a significant portion of viewers found the plot to be overly convoluted and difficult to follow, leading to a sense of disappointment with the overall narrative and resolution.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film's setting in the fictional town of Harmony Creek was inspired by the real-life town of Harmony, Maine.

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