The Summoners
The Summoners

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The Summoners

2013
Movie
6 min
English

Two high school girls invite a new friend to join their secret game of summoning spirits for the thrill of being possessed.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Jake ZimmermanGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a remote, isolated house from a deceased relative, only to discover it's a hub for dark rituals and spectral entities. As she delves deeper into the house's sinister history, she becomes entangled in a battle against malevolent forces seeking to claim her soul.

Critical Reception

The Summoners received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated its atmospheric tension, the film ultimately failed to deliver a truly compelling horror experience.

What Reviewers Say

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

  • Lacks strong character development, making it hard to invest in the story.

  • Attempts atmospheric horror but falls short due to pacing issues.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this title, making it difficult to summarize general sentiment. The few available comments tend to align with critical assessments, noting a derivative plot and a lack of originality.

Fun Fact

Despite its low profile, "The Summoners" was filmed entirely on location in a single, reportedly haunted, mansion in rural Pennsylvania.

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