As the Village Sleeps

I read the storyline of this film and that alone put me off. Sometimes it's good not to know any of the actors however that usually only works if the film has plus points in all or most of the other departments, which THIS TRIPE doesn't, NOT in a single one. I watched the first 29 minutes because I was hoping something, anything was going to happen to put some life into it but nothing did. More life exists in a morgue believe me. So, acting was excruciatingly bad, not even at amateur level. Script awful, juvenile behaviour throughout. Photography by way of landscapes, etc non-existent. The characters were like 20 going on 70. Horrid backing music. Give this a wide berth even if someone offers you money to watch it - DON'T.

This film does an excellent job at giving us a story we haven't seen before all with some very good actors. The Camera work was great I found myself pausing and rewatching several shots because I enjoyed them so much. I really enjoyed the music including the end credits song I'll have to find the name of the song. I really loved that they incorporated the werewolf card game into the film I don't think that's ever been done before. I give the film an 8/10. I recommend this film if you're looking for a good watch you won't wanna miss this. Good indie films don't get enough credit. I found myself on the edge of my seat throughout the film. I kept guessing what might come next. Loved the twists and turns.

All actors are act horrible... No plot,no scare,no stories. Like students' project which is very low budget. Better you you watch Mr. Bean again and again...

NO SPOILERS. I really enjoyed this film, so I wanted to write a review. However, I don't want to give anything away, so I'll keep this fairly brief! "As The Village Sleeps" is an intriguing horror film with a fun concept (It's like a grounded and earthbound "Jumanji" with a horror twist.) and solid execution. The cast is game, the writing is clever, and the suspense builds steadily throughout. It's a well-directed indie with a plot that unfolds nicely and keeps you engaged. If you're in the mood for a surprising horror film that keeps you guessing, definitely check this one out! I'm looking forward to seeing what these filmmakers do next.

We open on a car pulling over to the side of a desolate road - the woman inside goes to bury something in the dirt and set it alight. Only to be disturbed and runs back to the car, the guy who was driving is missing and we hear ominous growling as she is dragged out of the car by an unseen force.

I went into this blindly and with that opening I assumed it was demons haha. I was wrong! What starts off as an indie film with questionable acting is actually a fun (bad but enjoyable once you find out what kind of bad) werewolf movie! Or is it?!

The main group are staying at a cabin on a Native Reservation when they decide to play a card game (I think it was either called Lynched or Townsfolk) which marks players as werewolves, civillians, a witch and a cat. Cut to the next scene where they're all waking up, seemingly drugged and realising that the game is real and they're being hunted. Through hazy memories and splitting up, some start to turn on each other, others banding together to try and figure out the mystery of whom the werewolf is to survive by sunrise.

I mentioned the questionable acting, and it is very questionable at that, however the werewolf makeup designs, film score and just plain wanting to find out who would end up being hunted next kept me watching.

As The Village Sleeps is out now on Prime Video!