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The Burned Over District

  • 2022
  • 1h 43m
IMDb RATING
4.0/10
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The Burned Over District (2022)
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Nothing is as it seems in this original folk horror tale based on historic events. A recently widowed alcoholic unwittingly clashes with a 19th Century-era cult who worship a dark force deep... Read allNothing is as it seems in this original folk horror tale based on historic events. A recently widowed alcoholic unwittingly clashes with a 19th Century-era cult who worship a dark force deep within the wooded hills of upstate New York.Nothing is as it seems in this original folk horror tale based on historic events. A recently widowed alcoholic unwittingly clashes with a 19th Century-era cult who worship a dark force deep within the wooded hills of upstate New York.

  • Directors
    • James Coleman
    • Vincent Coleman
  • Writers
    • James Coleman
    • Vincent Coleman
  • Stars
    • Anthony Caimano
    • Bill Smith
    • Bill Kennedy
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  • IMDb RATING
    4.0/10
    200
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    • Directors
      • James Coleman
      • Vincent Coleman
    • Writers
      • James Coleman
      • Vincent Coleman
    • Stars
      • Anthony Caimano
      • Bill Smith
      • Bill Kennedy
    • 14User reviews
    • 10Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Anthony Caimano
    Anthony Caimano
    • Townsperson
    Bill Smith
    Bill Smith
    • Townsperson
    Bill Kennedy
    Bill Kennedy
    • Sheriff
    Amy Zubieta
    Amy Zubieta
    • Katie Pleasance
    Michael Ciesla
    • Daniel Danson
    Tim O'Hearn
    Tim O'Hearn
    • Trench Coat Man
    Caitlyn Stephenson
    Caitlyn Stephenson
    • Evy Middleton
    Connie Neer
    • Mother
    Kimber Lee
    • Lucy
    Sarah Santizo
    • Natalie Pleasance
    Jill Mack
    • Townsperson
    John Harvey Sheedy
    • Will Pleasance
    Baird Hageman
    • Deputy
    Lauren MacDonough
    Lauren MacDonough
    • Mary
    Chad Melancon
    Chad Melancon
    • Townsperson
    Eve Hovey
    • Crazy Woman
    Cryss Marie
    • Elizabeth
    Kaylin Cervini
    • Edith
    • Directors
      • James Coleman
      • Vincent Coleman
    • Writers
      • James Coleman
      • Vincent Coleman
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    10czlonka

    Fabulous movie!

    Wow, I have to say I'm impressed! The Coleman Brothers are extremely talented! I enjoyed the thrill of this movie, it really kept you on your toes. The detail in the storyline was really invigorating. The trailer is originally what had gotten me hooked. It certainly kept you on your toes and wanting to know more so you have to watch the movie. I enjoyed this very very much. It's difficult to give any review with out giving it away- I would absolutely recommend watching this movie more than one time. Definitely a great film. Great job! I can not wait to see what more The Coleman brothers have in store!
    10jamiev2121

    Fantastic movie!

    I'm usually not a big horror fan, but this movie was the exception. It was a great script, with great acting. All the characters were developed nicely. I loved that they didn't just go from one action scene to another without thought to the characters and the story. The film was unique and not your typical horror movie. So many horror movies have bad acting and only seem to care about trying to shock you. The Burned Over District kept me engaged and had the perfect amount of gore! The quality of the movie was fantastic. Some Independent Movies look low budget but this did not. Awesome movie that both horror fans and non horror fans will love!
    10LittleSicily

    Original Folk Horror ala Philippou Bros. & A24

    "The Burned Over District" is a truly terrifying folk horror story about a Puritan cult that worships an ancient evil in the backwoods of Upstate New York.

    The creators of the film, brothers James and Vince Coleman, are very similar in style and fiendishness to the Philippou Brothers ("Talk To Me"). The Coleman Bros. Cinematography echoes A24 classics like "Hereditary" but with their own spin.

    The practical effects in this movie are perfect and there are some really strong performances (particularly from Amy Zubieta, Jon Sheedy and Michael Ciesla). The OST by Mike Chibante is amazing.

    The movie has the feel of "Pet Sematary" and it plays on some historic events that led to the area being dubbed "The Burned Over District," as religious fanaticism caught on like wildfire in the 1800's. The film was shot entirely in the actual historic Burned Over District which leads to the authenticity of the storytelling.

    This movie is unique and stands out among all of the cookie cutter Blumhouse ripoffs that oversaturate the current VOD market. If you're looking for a genuinely fun and scary movie, tune into "The Burned Over District." You can thank me later!
    10amy-zubieta

    Creepy, weird, awesome

    The film starts as a slow burn leading up to the mayhem and the build was worth that wait! The creepy factor is so good and at times really uncomfortable (as it should be for a horror/thriller). The blood and gore and deaths are so well done - being shocking and believable. My favorite thing about this film is that it is truly driven by the main characters - the relationship between Katie and Will and their individual journies. The antics of the cult are an added bonus of creepy, weirdness, as some of what you expect to happen does, but other moments are still shocking and disturbing. Katie and Will pull you along with the story and have a relatability that makes you want to see one or both of them make it out of this!
    5Xylinna

    Meh - Story with no direction

    We were looking for a new horror movie similar to The Endless or The Void and decided to watch this movie based on the very high reviews but after watching the movie feel the reviews may be a bit padded.

    We went into this movie with the expectation of a low budget movie that comes with mediocre film and sound direction with the hope of an interesting and unique story but sadly were disappointed. The story made little to no sense, there was missing pieces of backstory that would have helped with the story plot, and then story bits that were completely irrelevant. The story starts with a mystery with a likely supernatural backing that devolves into weird nonsensical cosmic horror with a splash of 80s slasher horror.

    I would say the talent behind this movie have promise and could really do well down the road but they unfortunately missed the mark on this one.

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    • Release date
      • January 1, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Also known as
      • El distrito quemado
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      • White Lion Studios
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      1 hour 43 minutes
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