- Genre
- Thriller
- Year
- 2014
- Runtime
- 1h25
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The Town that Dreaded Sundown
Evil stalks the night; fear descends at sundown.
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Synopsis
"The Town that Dreaded Sundown" (2014) is a chilling horror thriller inspired by true events from the 1940s in Texarkana. The story centers on a series of brutal murders attributed to the notorious Texarkana Moonlight Murders, a masked killer who terrorized the town. Addison Timlin stars as Jami Lerner, a young woman who, along with a group of friends and local law enforcement, becomes entangled in the hunt for the elusive murderer. As the town grapples with fear and suspicion, the film delves into the tension and paranoia that grip the community while exploring the impact of violence on small-town life. Combining elements of slasher horror and a suspenseful crime narrative, the film pays homage to its historic roots while delivering modern scares.
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Reviews
"The Town that Dreaded Sundown" received a mixed reception from critics and audiences alike. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a 66% approval rating, indicating generally favorable reviews, while Metacritic assigns it a score of 47 out of 100, reflecting mixed or average reviews. IMDb users gave the film a rating of 5.6/10, showing a divided response among viewers. Critics praised its atmospheric tension and the effective use of suspense, with some highlighting Addison Timlin's compelling performance and the eerie, moody cinematography as strong points. However, others criticized the film for relying heavily on genre clichés and lacking in character development and emotional depth. For instance, some reviewers noted that while the film successfully recaptures the ominous feel of the original 1976 version, it falls short in providing a fresh or innovative perspective. Overall, opinions range from appreciation of the thriller's pacing and setting to disappointment over its predictability and lack of substantial narrative complexity.
