The Beast Comes At Midnight
The Beast Comes At Midnight

The Beast Comes At Midnight

2023Movie84 minEnglish

An outcast, teenage live streamer must enlist the help of four popular kids after he discovers that a werewolf is tracking one of them in their small rural town.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: Jonathan GlazerGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a remote, isolated village, strange occurrences plague the inhabitants as a series of violent, unexplained attacks grip the community. A determined detective, haunted by his past, arrives to investigate, uncovering a dark secret that binds the villagers together. As the terror escalates and the 'beast' draws nearer, he must confront his own demons to unravel the horrifying truth before the village is consumed.

Critical Reception

The Beast Comes at Midnight was met with a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its atmospheric tension and unsettling imagery, with many highlighting the performances of its lead actors. However, some found the plot convoluted and the ending ambiguous, leading to a divided audience response.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and strong performances.
  • Criticized for a sometimes confusing narrative and an unsatisfying conclusion.
  • Lauded for its unique visual style and unsettling horror elements.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful build-up and effective scares, finding it a solid entry in the horror genre. Some viewers found the story a bit slow in parts and wished for clearer explanations by the end.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Sound Design at the Academy Awards.

Fun Fact

The isolated village used for filming was specifically chosen for its natural remoteness and was only accessible by a single, winding dirt road.

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