The Void

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  • 2017
  • 1 hr 30 min

The Void is a 2017 Canadian supernatural horror movie directed by Steven Kostanski and Jeremy Gillespie. The film stars Daniel Acosta, Aaron Poole, and Kenneth Welsh in the lead roles. The film revolves around a small town that is completely cut off from the rest of the world, and the horrific events that unfold when a group of people gets trapped inside a hospital surrounded by mysterious and deadly creatures.

The story begins with a police officer named Daniel Carter, played by Aaron Poole, stumbling upon a blood-soaked man on the deserted road. Daniel rushes the man to the nearest hospital in the hope of getting him medical aid. However, he soon realizes that the hospital is not functioning normally, and everyone inside is acting shady.

While Daniel is trying to find out what's going on, a group of strangers arrive at the hospital seeking shelter from a cult that is trying to kill them. The group includes an elderly patient, a pregnant woman, a nurse, and two cops. As the cultists close in, the survivors realize that the hospital is not just any ordinary hospital. It is a gateway to another dimension, and they are all trapped inside with something evil lurking in the shadows.

The hospital is a perfect setting for a horror movie as it is an enclosed space with plenty of rooms and corridors where the creepy creatures can emerge from. As the night progresses, the hospital's staff and patients start to exhibit strange behavior, and the survivors discover that they are dealing with some sort of supernatural entity. The Void has a mix of classic horror tropes such as ghosts, demons, and cultists that give the film a retro feel. The practical effects used in the movie are genuinely nauseating and add an extra layer of eeriness to the horror tone.

Daniel Acosta plays the role of Simon, one of the cultists trying to stop the survivors from leaving the hospital. Simon is a twisted character, whose belief system is based on summoning the evil force that resides in the hospital to take over the world. Daniel's character is given an adequate amount of screentime, and he plays the role with conviction.

The film also includes a backstory that gradually unfolds, revealing the reason behind the cult's actions and why the hospital is a vital piece in their plan. The narrative, however, is not always coherent, and the script falls short in providing a concrete explanation for the evil forces that are unleashed.

The film's cinematography is top-notch, with the hospital's shadowy interiors adding an unshakable sense of foreboding. The movie's sound design is impeccably used, with distorted screams and bone-crunching sound effects that create an immersive audio experience.

The Void is a horror movie that tries to do a lot with its limited resources, and most of the time, it succeeds. The film is a love letter to the gory horror movies of the 1980s, and it pays homage to its predecessors through its practical effects and retro vibe. The film's highlight is its ability to evoke a feeling of dread throughout its runtime, and its ability to get its audience invested in its characters. While the film's plot and pacing can be inconsistent at times, The Void is still a horror movie that is worth checking out for fans of the genre.

The Void is a 2017 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes.

The Void
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The Void is available to watch free on Crackle, Plex, Tubi TV, Kanopy and Popcornflix. It's also available to stream, download and buy on demand at Amazon Prime, Philo, Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play, YouTube VOD and Vudu. Some platforms allow you to rent The Void for a limited time or purchase the movie and download it to your device.
  • Release Date
    2017
  • Runtime
    1 hr 30 min
  • Language
    English