The Allotment
The Allotment

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The Allotment

2021
Movie
6 min
English

From the makers of I Scream on the Beach! , The Allotment’ is one man’s journey to, well, his allotment, while being stalked by a mad man in a baby mask. Shot on mobile phones during the easing of lockdown in 2020.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users78%
Director: David V. AdamsGenres: Drama, Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A young couple inherits a secluded cottage and a large, overgrown allotment, hoping for a peaceful escape. However, they soon discover the land harbors a dark secret and a sinister presence that begins to unravel their sanity and their relationship. As they delve deeper into the allotment's history, they realize they may have stumbled upon something far more dangerous than they could have ever imagined.

Critical Reception

The Allotment received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. Some reviews noted the film's deliberate pacing and descent into psychological horror, while others found the plot slightly predictable. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the film's eerie mood and unsettling themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creeping dread and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Noted for strong performances that anchor the psychological horror.

  • Some critics found the narrative pacing a bit too slow at times.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's suspenseful build-up and its effective use of a claustrophobic setting. Many commented on the creepy tone and the unsettling journey of the characters, though a few felt the horror elements could have been more pronounced.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Feature Film at the 2021 Spookyfest Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director David V. Adams also stars in the film and is credited with writing the screenplay based on an idea he had during a late-night walk.

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