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Movie poster: Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (1973)
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Don't Be Afraid of the Dark

1973 · 74 min Horror TV Movie
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

A young couple inherits an old mansion inhabited by small demon-like creatures who are determined to make the wife one of their own.

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Year 1973
Country United States of America
Genre Horror, TV Movie
Director John Newland
Runtime 74 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (95 votes)

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The director builds tension not through shock, but through feeling — the viewer senses something is wrong long before it becomes obvious. Atmosphere matters more than any plot twist.

This isn't a film for the faint-hearted, nor for seasoned viewers who claim to fear nothing. It exists somewhere between — pressing psychologically rather than physically.

Ideal for fans of psychological horror. Slasher fans should look elsewhere.

Director: John Newland

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Late in the evening, with two people. Make tea, put away the phone, don't turn on the lights.

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