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When the Lights Went Out

2012, Movie, 1h 26min

Yorkshire, 1974, the Maynard family moves into their dream house. It's a dream that quickly descends into a panic stricken nightmare as the family discovers a horrifying truth, a truth that will make the history books. The house is already occupied by the most violent poltergeist ever documented, a poltergeist that will tear you from your bed as you sleep and drag you helplessly into the darkness.

Country: United Kingdom

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Critic Simon Crook

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While the scares are largely seen-it-jumped-it, Pat Holden’s pacy possession horror has a lot going for it. Aesthetically authentic and frightening in parts.

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In 1974, a family moves into their dream home in Yorkshire, but their excitement quickly turns to terror when they realize they're not alone. A malevolent poltergeist has already taken residence, and it's not interested in sharing. The family is plagued by strange occurrences, and their daughter is haunted by a vengeful spirit. As the situation spirals out of control, they turn to a paranormal specialist and a local priest for help. But will their efforts be enough to rid their home of the evil presence? Based on a true story, this chilling horror film will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

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