The Summoning

A group of friends on a camping trip in a remote forest stumble upon an ancient Native American ritual site. As they begin to explore, they awaken a vengeful spirit that begins to stalk and torment them one by one. They must find a way to appease the spirit or become its next victims.

The Summoning (2017) received generally negative reviews from critics and was largely ignored by audiences. It is often cited as a low-budget horror film that failed to distinguish itself within the crowded genre, with common criticisms focusing on its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

• Presents a familiar cabin-in-the-woods horror trope with little originality.
• Struggles with weak character development and an uninspired narrative.
• Lacks the scares and tension needed to be effective in the horror genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for The Summoning are scarce due to its limited release and visibility. Those available often point to its low production value and derivative plot as significant drawbacks.

The film was shot on a very limited budget, with much of the production relying on the skills and dedication of its independent cast and crew to bring the story to life in its remote, natural setting.