Dorm Life
Dorm Life is a mockumentary web series created by former students of UCLA. It follows the fictional lives of the inhabitants of the college dorm floor 5 South. It is produced by Attention Span Media, a Los Angeles based social media studio and is a 2008 Webby Honoree for Best Writing and Comedy: Individual Short or Episode. Dorm Life is also Hulu's most watched web show. After a successful first season, Dorm Life returned for a second season with sponsor Carl's Jr..
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Plot Summary
A group of college freshmen are excited for their first year away from home and the freedom it brings. However, their celebratory atmosphere quickly turns to terror when they realize they are not alone in their new dormitory. Strange occurrences and unsettling encounters suggest a sinister presence is lurking within the building, turning their dream of independence into a waking nightmare.
Critical Reception
Dorm Life was released with little fanfare and garnered a modest response from critics and audiences. It is primarily known within the independent horror film circuit, praised by some for its attempt to blend college life tropes with supernatural horror, while others found its execution lacking in polish and originality. The film holds a niche following among fans of low-budget horror.
What Reviewers Say
- Some found the blend of college comedy and horror elements to be a fresh take.
- Criticisms often pointed to a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
- The film's low-budget nature was noted by many reviewers.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Dorm Life (2009)' is not readily available in public databases, making it difficult to summarize audience sentiment.
Fun Fact
Despite its title and subject matter, 'Dorm Life' was not filmed on a college campus, but rather in a specially constructed set designed to evoke a dorm environment.
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