Nightlight

Synopsis

Nightlight is a 2015 supernatural horror film directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, featuring Shelby Young in the lead role alongside other talented actors. The story follows a group of teenagers who decide to play a game in a local forest called the 'Nightlight Game', which involves walking through the woods with limited light sources. As the night progresses, they begin to experience strange and terrifying phenomena, leading to a night filled with fear, suspense, and unexpected twists. The film effectively builds tension and suspense, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats with its eerie atmosphere and unpredictable events. Nightlight explores the themes of friendship, fear, and the unknown, offering a chilling and thrilling cinematic experience for horror enthusiasts.

Cast

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  Shelby Young

  Robin

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  Chloe Bridges

  Nia

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  Carter Jenkins

  Chris

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  Mitch Hewer

  Ben

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  Taylor Murphy

  Amelia

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  Kyle Fain

  Ethan

Reviews

Nightlight drew mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film's unique concept and atmospheric tension, others criticized its clichéd horror elements and lackluster execution. According to Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a low approval rating of 14%, with critics labeling it as a derivative and ineffective horror flick. Metacritic also gave it a below-average score of 27 out of 100, indicating mixed or average reviews. IMDb users rated Nightlight at 4.4 out of 10, reflecting the divisive nature of the film among audiences. Some reviewers appreciated the movie's eerie setting and suspenseful moments, while others felt it failed to deliver a truly compelling horror experience. Despite its shortcomings, Nightlight manages to deliver moments of genuine fright and suspense, making it a decent watch for fans of supernatural horror.

See also

Joker

Titanic

The Witch

Prey