Dashcam
Dashcam

Movie spotlight

Dashcam

2021
Movie
82 min
English

A video editor for a news show in New York City receives government files containing footage from a police car's dashcam.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes64%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users50%
Director: Rob SavageGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a livestreaming musician, Annie, is hired to drive a mystery passenger around London for money. What starts as a simple gig quickly spirals into a terrifying ordeal as she finds herself the target of a malevolent entity. She must rely on her quick wit and the help of her online viewers to survive the night.

Critical Reception

Dashcam received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for its inventive concept, chaotic energy, and the lead performance of Annie Hardy. However, some found its found-footage style and extreme gore to be polarizing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw, uninhibited energy and bold, unconventional approach to found-footage horror.

  • Annie Hardy's performance as herself is a standout, capturing a unique and chaotic persona.

  • The film's extreme violence and relentless pace can be overwhelming for some viewers.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with many appreciating the film's unique premise and wild execution, while others found it too chaotic, gory, and difficult to follow.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on an iPhone 11 Pro, utilizing its camera and various mobile applications to capture the found-footage aesthetic.

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