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Screaming
An 8 episode BBC One sitcom from 1992. Written by Carla Lane, it follows three middle-aged women, former school-friends and now sharing a home together, who've all unknowingly slept with the same man Stars Gwen Taylor, Penelope Wilton, Jill Baker and Anthony Barclay.
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Plot Summary
A group of college students are stalked and murdered by a mysterious killer while staying at a remote island resort. The students, who are supposedly on a trip to celebrate the end of their final exams, find themselves trapped and terrorized as the body count rises. They must uncover the killer's identity before they all become victims.
Critical Reception
Screaming (1992) is a lesser-known slasher film that received minimal critical attention upon its release. It is generally regarded as a forgettable entry in the horror genre, often criticized for its predictable plot, weak acting, and derivative nature, failing to offer anything new to the slasher formula.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks originality and suspense, relying on tired slasher tropes.
Performances are uninspired, failing to engage the audience.
The plot is convoluted and predictable, offering no real surprises.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Screaming' are sparse, but those available generally reflect disappointment with its uninspired direction and a generic plot. Many viewers found it to be a by-the-numbers horror film that failed to leave a lasting impression.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in and around the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania.
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