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Pool Boy Nightmare

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Rejected by an older woman, a young pool cleaner seduces her unsuspecting daughter in a twisted game of revenge.
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Noah Schwartz Film Threat Muddled execution leaves Pool Boy Nightmare both uncomfortable and uninteresting to experience. Rated: 3/10 Oct 8, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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TheMovieSearch R Pool Boy Nightmare is a film that struggles to find its footing from the very beginning. The story centers on a young man who becomes entangled with the wife of a household, yet the execution of this premise falls flat due to inconsistent performances and a lack of cohesive storytelling. While the concept has potential for tension and drama, the film fails to capitalize on it. The performance of the actor playing the titular pool boy is a major hindrance. His portrayal lacks depth and believability, making it difficult for the audience to invest in the character’s actions or motivations. Even his physical appeal, which might have been a minor distraction, is not enough to overcome the noticeable deficiencies in acting, leaving the role unconvincing and frustrating to watch. In contrast, the mother, played by a more seasoned actor, provides a strong anchor for the film. She brings authenticity and presence to her role, attempting to stabilize an otherwise uneven narrative. Her performance is one of the few aspects that demonstrates genuine effort and skill, highlighting how miscasting and uneven acting elsewhere detract from the overall impact. The screenplay compounds these issues. Plot points feel scattered, dialogue often comes across as unnatural, and the narrative lacks clear direction. Scenes fail to build meaningful tension or engagement, and the story does not connect emotionally with the audience. As a result, the film struggles to create suspense, intrigue, or even basic coherence. Direction is another area where the film falters. Choices regarding pacing, tone, and scene composition often feel arbitrary, leaving the viewer with a sense that the story was haphazardly assembled. While the director attempts to create an organic and suspenseful story, the lack of strong material and cohesive vision makes the results feel flat and unpolished. Ultimately, Pool Boy Nightmare is a disappointing viewing experience. Despite a strong central performance from the mother, the film is weighed down by poor acting, a disjointed screenplay, and uneven direction. It fails to deliver on its suspenseful premise, leaving audiences disengaged and unable to recommend it as a worthwhile watch. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 11/29/25 Full Review Rosana B Maratonando os filmes do canal Lifetime a uma semana, e sempre mais do mesmo, uma receitinha pronta, agradável, cínica e forçada, adoro, filmes independentes de baixo orçamento, roteiro simples, atuações burocráticas, tudo muito simples e soando quase fake, um piscineiro gostoso e psicopata, ou melhor, mentalmente desequilibrado, apaixonado por MILF, adorável, se na tivesse tendencias assassinas, depressivas e psicóticas... Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 10/08/22 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Rejected by an older woman, a young pool cleaner seduces her unsuspecting daughter in a twisted game of revenge.
Director
Rolfe Kanefsky
Producer
David Michael Latt
Screenwriter
Rolfe Kanefsky
Production Co
The Global Asylum
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 8, 2020
Runtime
1h 30m
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