Angel City Horror
Angel City Horror

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Angel City Horror

2021
Movie
9 min
English

Los Angeles, 1951. With the help of his partner Glenn O'Brian, veteran Detective George Hard stumbles on to evidence that leads him to investigate the disappearance of a mental patient at LA's most notorious insane asylum. After interrogating the head nurse for answer Hard and O'Brian soon discover something evil lurking inside the asylum.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users55%
Director: A.J. FitzwaterGenres: Horror, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A young woman, haunted by the disappearance of her sister years ago, travels to Los Angeles seeking answers. She soon finds herself entangled in a dark web of underground cults and serial killers, forcing her to confront her own demons and fight for survival in the grim underbelly of the city.

Critical Reception

Angel City Horror received a mixed reception from critics, who often cited its ambitious themes and grim atmosphere but found its execution somewhat uneven. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its raw and disturbing content, while others criticized its pacing and narrative coherence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and commitment to a dark, gritty tone.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Noted for its graphic violence and disturbing imagery, which some found effective and others gratuitous.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a disturbing watch, with many appreciating its attempts at creating a dark and psychological horror experience. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the story was difficult to follow and that the film relied too heavily on shock value over substance.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in and around Los Angeles, with many scenes taking place in notoriously rough neighborhoods to enhance its gritty realism.

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