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The Boogey Man

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1980 · 82 min Horror
4.9 / 10 · TMDB

A young girl witnesses the brutal murder of her stepfather at the hands of her brother, by mirror reflection. Years later, when the mirror is accidentally shattered, a dark and vengeful curse is unleashed on the family, and anyone unlucky enough to come into contact with its shards falls victim to heinous murder.

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Year 1980
Country United States of America
Genre Horror
Director Ulli Lommel
Runtime 82 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.9/10 (121 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: Ulli Lommel

— 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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