
Movie spotlight
After Midnight
He astounded the film world with "A Paler Shade of Blue." Master cinematographer Charles Gray is back with another 35MM masterpiece.
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Plot Summary
A group of college students spend spring break at a remote island mansion, only to discover it's haunted by the vengeful spirit of a previous occupant. As the supernatural occurrences escalate, they must uncover the mystery behind the haunting and find a way to survive the night.
Critical Reception
After Midnight is a low-budget horror film that garnered a mixed to negative reception upon its release. While some appreciated its attempt at gothic atmosphere and a classic ghost story premise, it was largely criticized for its slow pacing, predictable plot, and uninspired direction. Audiences found it to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre of the early 90s.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with a lackluster script and underdeveloped characters.
Some praise the eerie atmosphere, but it's not enough to salvage the overall experience.
Considered a forgettable B-movie with little to offer.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'After Midnight' are scarce, but those available suggest it is a forgettable horror flick that offers little in the way of scares or originality. Viewers found the plot to be predictable and the execution to be below average.
Fun Fact
The film was originally released as 'Do You Know the Moonlight' in some international markets before being re-edited and retitled for its US release.
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