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Lights Out is a 2016 American horror film directed by David F. Sandberg. The film is produced by Lawrence Grey, James Wan, and Eric Heisserer, and is written by

Lights Out Movie Review

Lights Out Movie Review English Movie Review
Review for the film " Lights Out"
Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video
Runtime: 01 Hour 21 Minutes
Certificate: A
Released: 22-07-2016
Genre: Horror
3.5 / 5.00
3.52 / 5.0

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Lights Out Click to look into! >> Read More... is a 2016 American horror film directed by David F. Sandberg. The film is produced by Lawrence Grey, James Wan The horror films director ‘James Wan’ was born on >> Read More... , and Eric Heisserer Eric Heisserer is an American screenwriter and a f >> Read More... , and is written by Heisserer. It features Teresa Palmer Teresa Palmer is an American actress-cum-model who >> Read More... , Gabriel Bateman, Alexander DiPersia, Billy Burke Billy Burke is an actor and musician from America >> Read More... , and Maria Bello Maria Bello is an American actress, producer and w >> Read More... in lead roles.

        Plot

A young woman discovers that her mother is possessed by a supernatural spirit that hunts only in the dark. But when a pattern of murders take place, she must confront the spirit to protect her family.

       Star Performances

Teressa Palmer was superb as Rebecca, and Gabriel Bateman also gave an excellent performance as Martin.

       Analysis

Lights Out is a horror film where a supernatural spirit is linked to darkness. The film explores the psychological impact of fear and the lengths one goes to protect their families ones from the evil forces. The film portrays effective use of suspense and jump scares, making it a spine chilling experience for viewers.

      What’s There?

  • The film creates a genuinely frightening atmosphere, keeping viewers on edge.
  • Well-executed suspense and jumpscares contribute to overall tension.

      What’s Not There?

  • Some elements of the plots are predictable, which may lessen the impact for viewers familiar with horror genre.
  • The characters could have been more developed to enhance emotional attachment.

Verdict

Lights Out effectively blends horror with supernatural elements. The use of the concept, where an evil entity only appears in darkness creates an intense sense of fear. The film builds tension through its suspense sequences, and the emotional depth of the characters. The pacing is tight, and the cinematography contributes to the overall scary atmosphere. The plot can be predictable, the execution and strong performances makes the film a genuinely frightening horror experience.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


General


What is the genre of "Lights Out"?

Horror


Who directed "Lights Out"?

David F. Sandberg


What is the duration of "Lights Out"?

01 Hour 21 Minutes


When was "Lights Out" released?

22-07-2016

Storyline


What is the plot of "Lights Out"?

Plot revolves around Horror, etc.

Ratings & Reviews


What is the critic's rating for "Lights Out"?

3.5


What are the audience ratings for "Lights Out"?

3.52

Additional


Is "Lights Out" suitable for all ages?

No, it's rated A


Can I watch "Lights Out" online?

No, it will be available soon on Amazon Prime Video

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