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Host

  • 2020
  • Not Rated
  • 57m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
46K
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Host (2020)
Six friends hire a medium to hold a seance via Zoom during lock down - but they get far more than they bargained for as things quickly go wrong. When an evil spirit starts invading their homes, they begin to realize they might not survive the night.
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Six friends hire a medium to hold a seance via Zoom during lockdown, but they get far more than they bargained for as things quickly go wrong.Six friends hire a medium to hold a seance via Zoom during lockdown, but they get far more than they bargained for as things quickly go wrong.Six friends hire a medium to hold a seance via Zoom during lockdown, but they get far more than they bargained for as things quickly go wrong.

  • Director
    • Rob Savage
  • Writers
    • Gemma Hurley
    • Rob Savage
    • Jed Shepherd
  • Stars
    • Haley Bishop
    • Jemma Moore
    • Emma Louise Webb
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    46K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,979
    35
    • Director
      • Rob Savage
    • Writers
      • Gemma Hurley
      • Rob Savage
      • Jed Shepherd
    • Stars
      • Haley Bishop
      • Jemma Moore
      • Emma Louise Webb
    • 497User reviews
    • 137Critic reviews
    • 73Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 8 nominations total

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    Haley Bishop
    Haley Bishop
    • Haley
    Jemma Moore
    Jemma Moore
    • Jemma
    Emma Louise Webb
    Emma Louise Webb
    • Emma
    Radina Drandova
    • Radina
    Caroline Ward
    Caroline Ward
    • Caroline
    Alan Emrys
    Alan Emrys
    • Alan
    Patrick Ward
    • Caroline's Dad
    Teddy Linard
    Teddy Linard
    • Teddy
    • (as Edward Linard)
    Jinny Lofthouse
    Jinny Lofthouse
    • Jinny
    Seylan Baxter
    Seylan Baxter
    • Seylan
    Jack Brydon
    Jack Brydon
    • Legs
    James Swanton
    • The Spirit
    • Director
      • Rob Savage
    • Writers
      • Gemma Hurley
      • Rob Savage
      • Jed Shepherd
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    7Catocala

    Actually scary, don't know why Host isn't more popular/better known

    Definitely got my heart racing, although I did watch it in the dark, behind the computer and by myself :') I assume it's low budget, but it was scarier than most horror movies out there. Aside from some silly details (, like why would you bring your computer/phone with you if none of the others in the call are watching), it was very realistic. One of the few downsides is that it is relatively predictable (, but nowadays that's unfortunately common in horror).

    One of its main plusses is the script and acting: the conversations are very much like I speak with my friends and there are hardly any dumb lines that can ruin the experience. They also behave in different ways that make sense if you're scared out of your mind.

    Also a big plus is that it doesn't try to (over)explain what is happening: it simply is scary and claustrophobic. And last but not least, it's a short movie with good pacing. They refrained from using fillers just to make it one and a half hours long, but chose quality over quantity. If you're a fan of horror, I definitely recommend this hidden gem.
    7nielsboex

    Goosebumps? check - Heart rate up? check

    I strongly believe the people who didn't get scared while watching this either lack empathy, or like my girlfriend were not really following and played with their phones throughout the movie.

    This project proves low budget does not equal a bad movie. If you pay attention and try to put yourself in the characters' positions and listen to all the little noises and stuff you're in for a ride.

    I rate movies based on how they make me feel, not on how much they cost to produce or what other people are saying about it. People involved in the production of this movie seem to really understand their target audience. Absolutely terrifying. Perfect for Halloween.
    8ravenhair702

    Incredible for a short, low-budget movie!

    I saw a trailer for this appearing on the IMDB homepage and I told my wife to look it up! Looks good! The movie was very in the moment as far as the quarantine, and a lot of people can find that relatable. Plenty of jump scares and I was on the edge of my seat! Very entertaining and it kept my interest. The acting looked intense and real. These people looked terrified! Getting down to the point, I thought this movie was great and It's not even an hour, so even If you're a hater and don't like it, it wasn't much time lost. Peace.
    7adamagayan

    don't expect much and you'll be rewarded

    OMFG this was a very surprising experience. I didn't read the comments about this movie, I didn't believe the ratings, but I really love this type of a horror. and the best is that it's only an hour long, everything is in point. don't expect much from this and you'll be rewarded 😈💜
    7markthomassintek

    Spooky

    REVIEW - HOST

    As we all know over the past 4 months there have been very few new films because of the pandemic, which in a strange way actually made this film even more enjoyable.

    Filmed during lock down and referring to the situation around the current pandemic a shot UK film was released that probably no one has heard of.

    A group of teens do an online Zoom session with a medium to try and see what would happen, of course things go wrong when one of them doesn't take it seriously and summons........

    Small budget, but hugely enjoyable and even actually made me jump in one place!

    Definitely one to watch but just a word of caution, don't watch it on a windy night and leave your Windows open so your doors move on their own, spooky.

    Rating 7 out of 10

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    • Trivia
      Filmed entirely using Zoom during the COVID-19 lockdown.
    • Goofs
      It is mid day where Teddy is at the beginning of the movie, however an hour later it is late night for him, like the rest of the characters.
    • Quotes

      Emma: Haley, honestly, if I die I'm going to haunt you myself.

    • Crazy credits
      In the end credits, next to the person's name responsible for the sound, the video camera icon is disabled.
    • Connections
      Featured in Chris Stuckmann Movie Reviews: Host (2020)

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    • Release date
      • July 30, 2020 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Official site
      • Official site (Japan)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Phòng Chat Quỷ Ám
    • Production companies
      • Shadowhouse Films
      • Boo-Urns
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    • Gross worldwide
      • $443,807
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    • Runtime
      57 minutes
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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