The Signal
Director: David Bruckner, Dan Bush, Jacob Gentry
Actors: Anessa Ramsey, Justin Welborn, Scott Poythress
PlotA mysterious transmission from electronic devices transforms individuals in the city of Terminus into homicidal maniacs. The signal, broadcasted through phones, televisions, and radios, manipulates people into paranoia, rage, and violence. Mya attempts to escape the chaos engulfing the city, seeking safety with her lover Ben while avoiding her increasingly erratic husband, Lewis. The narrative unfolds through three interconnected acts, each showcasing different perspectives and intensities of the outbreak. Mya’s journey is fraught with peril as she encounters various survivors struggling to maintain their sanity amidst the technological onslaught.
As the narrative progresses, the characters confront their altered realities, each chapter representing a shift in tone and style. The descent into madness blurs the lines between reality and hallucination, driving home the horrors of mind manipulation. Tension escalates when trust and truth become casualties of the signal's influence, forcing Mya and Ben to navigate a labyrinth of danger and deception. External chaos mirrors internal conflicts as characters battle both the external threat and their own psychological turmoil. The journey toward survival is interwoven with pressing questions about love, trust, and the essence of humanity amid an apocalyptic landscape.
Writers: David Bruckner, Jacob Gentry, Dan Bush
Release Date: 04 Jul 2008
Runtime: 103 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
The Signal delivers a surprisingly solid, well-crafted thriller with excellent DTS HD MA audio, though its extreme violence caters to a niche audience.
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