Deadline
Director: Sean McConville
Actors: Brittany Murphy, Thora Birch, Tammy Blanchard
PlotAlice, an emotionally disturbed writer, retreats to an isolated Victorian mansion to finish her screenplay. Struggling with her mental health and haunted by past trauma, she begins to hear strange noises and discovers a box of old videotapes left behind by the previous occupants. As Alice delves into the tapes, she learns about the lives of a couple who once lived in the house, uncovering unsettling details about their relationship. The more Alice watches, the more she becomes obsessed with the couple’s mysterious and tragic story.
Meanwhile, inexplicable occurrences in the house grow more frequent and intense, blurring the line between reality and her screenplay. With mounting tension and a pervasive sense of dread, Alice is forced to confront her own psychological demons and the disturbing history of the mansion. The deeper she digs, the more she feels the presence of something sinister, leading her to question her own sanity and the true nature of the ghostly occurrences she's been experiencing.
Writers: Sean McConville
Release Date: 29 Jan 2010
Runtime: 85 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
Deadline
Blu-ray Review
Score: 52
Deadline boasts strong production and acting but is marred by a weak story and plot holes, making it a better rental option before purchase.