Soul Damage
Soul Damage

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Soul Damage

2017
Movie
90 min
English

Sirius struggles to make friends due to his troubled past. When he meets Dr. Valencia Carter, a beautiful young woman, he must confront his trauma.

Insights

IMDb4.9/10
Director: Mark J. WilliamsGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young indigenous man, struggling with addiction and haunted by visions, finds himself drawn into a supernatural conflict. As he delves deeper into a mysterious and dangerous world, he must confront his inner demons and a malevolent force that threatens to consume him and his community.

Critical Reception

Soul Damage received a mixed to negative reception. Critics often pointed to its ambitious themes and visual style but found the execution lacking in narrative coherence and character development. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating its unique approach to horror and Indigenous storytelling, while others were critical of its pacing and plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric visuals and incorporation of Indigenous mythology.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Some found the horror elements effective, while others felt they were underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Soul Damage are scarce, but those available indicate a divided opinion. Some viewers appreciated the film's unique cultural perspective and attempts at creating a distinct horror atmosphere, while others found the story difficult to follow and the scares unconvincing.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was developed with the support of the Aboriginal Art Centre's film initiative, aiming to promote Indigenous voices in cinema.

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