Ouija, un été meurtrier
Ouija, un été meurtrier

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Ouija, un été meurtrier

2024
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
French

Provence, Summer 1982. French highscoolers and their german exhange students hold a spiritualism seance. Shortly afterwards, a series of tragic events befell the village. Could they have awakened an evil spirit? The youngsters embark on an investigation into the origins of the evil that has struck their families.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes82%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users80%
Creator: Mike FlanaganGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In 1967 Los Angeles, a widowed mother and her two daughters are confronted by a terrifying, evil spirit when they unwittingly invite her into their home by adding a new gimmick to their séance business. The youngest daughter, Doris, becomes the most vulnerable target of the malevolent entity. As the hauntings escalate, the family must race against time to confront their deepest fears and send the spirit back to where it came from before it consumes them entirely.

Critical Reception

Ouija: Origin of Evil was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its effective scares, atmospheric tension, and strong performances, particularly from the young actresses. While it garnered more positive attention than its predecessor, it was seen as a solid, character-driven horror film that delivered on its premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric dread and effective jump scares.

  • Commended for its strong performances, especially from the young cast.

  • Considered a significant improvement over the original film, offering a more cohesive and engaging horror experience.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful storytelling and frightening moments, finding it to be a well-crafted horror movie. Many viewers highlighted the acting and the film's ability to create a creepy atmosphere.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a tight schedule, with director Mike Flanagan aiming to recreate the look and feel of 1960s horror films. He intentionally used vintage equipment and techniques to enhance the period authenticity.

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