The Unsettling
The Unsettling

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The Unsettling

2019
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Becca, a 16-year-old girl, arrives at her new foster home located in a remote area. Her foster siblings are less than welcoming but none more so than the 11-year-old biological son of their foster parents. Becca tries to keep to herself and adjust to her new home, but strange things start to happen around her, and Becca is uncertain about who or what is responsible.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: David O'DwyerGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple buys their dream fixer-upper home, only to discover that the house is a gateway to a disturbing, otherworldly dimension. As they delve deeper into the supernatural occurrences plaguing their new abode, they must confront escalating terror and a sinister presence that threatens to consume them.

Critical Reception

The Unsettling received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences, with many citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters as major drawbacks. While some appreciated the attempt at atmospheric horror, the film ultimately failed to deliver a cohesive or satisfying narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality and relies heavily on tired horror tropes.

  • The acting is uninspired, failing to elevate the weak script.

  • Offers little in terms of scares or meaningful storytelling.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but the few available indicate a strong dissatisfaction with the film's pacing and lack of genuine scares.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Calgary, Alberta, Canada, utilizing local landscapes to create its eerie atmosphere.

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