Don't Tell Mama
Don't Tell Mama

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Don't Tell Mama

2020
Movie
7 min
English

A young man with a long-kept secret becomes conflicted about revealing it to his mother.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Scott WheelerGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a secluded cabin from her estranged grandmother, only to discover a dark family secret. As she delves deeper into the past, she becomes the target of a sinister presence that wants to keep the truth buried. She must confront her family's terrifying legacy to survive.

Critical Reception

Don't Tell Mama received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its attempts at atmosphere and a few jump scares, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking in originality. The performances were generally considered adequate for the genre, but the film struggled to stand out in the crowded horror market.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on familiar horror tropes without adding anything new.

  • The atmosphere building is present but ultimately undermined by a weak narrative.

  • Offers a few effective scares but is hampered by a predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Don't Tell Mama are scarce, but the limited feedback suggests a polarized response, with some finding it a decent, albeit uninspired, low-budget horror flick, while others were disappointed by its lack of creativity and pacing issues.

Fun Fact

The film was primarily shot on location in a remote cabin, contributing to its intended isolated and unsettling atmosphere.

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