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The Charnel House

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In an urban neighborhood that is being gentrified, a long-abandoned slaughterhouse is transformed into a complex of modern lofts. Soon after tenants move in, they find themselves being tormented by a dark secret from 30 years ago.
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The Charnel House

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Noel Murray Los Angeles Times 11/03/2016
This is the rare horror film that could be aptly described as "relaxing." Go to Full Review
Tom Keogh Seattle Times 11/02/2016
2/4
Efficient if predictable ... Go to Full Review
Michelle Swope HorrorNews.net 03/01/2019
3/5
Tame horror you can watch with the whole family. Go to Full Review
Aaron Peterson The Hollywood Outsider 10/25/2018
5/10
The Charnel House is an intriguing thriller with a novel concept, carried forward by a bold and focused performance from its lead. Go to Full Review
Brian Orndorf Blu-ray.com 11/03/2016
C-
The change of view is welcome, but Moss isn't inventive, ornamenting a curiously bizarre premise with routine scares. Go to Full Review
Maitland McDonagh Film Journal International 11/03/2016
The Charnel House doesn't break any conspicuously new ground, but the setting is distinctive. Go to Full Review
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11/20/2020 This film is like a tree falling in a forest with no one around to hear it, it's ready to roar!!! Fabulous writing, which is edgy, captivating, and intellectually fulfilling!! Nadine Velazquez is a true talent, she was at the top of her craft in this film!!! I have watched this film several times, and each time, it is more captivating than before! A true must-see!!! See more 11/20/2020 It had a scary vibe and kept me on edge. A good sign. See more 03/19/2020 What did I just watch? See more 01/18/2019 If you're looking for a scary movie, this one is the one to see! You'll be kept spellbound and terrified throughout! See more 10/06/2018 Hilariously awful. I was laughing the whole time. See more 07/24/2018 Well I wasn't sure what to expect, but the film was a nice surprise to the usual gore. The actors were selected for the roles and really brought the film to life. The Cleveland area will never be the same to me after watching this! See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis In an urban neighborhood that is being gentrified, a long-abandoned slaughterhouse is transformed into a complex of modern lofts. Soon after tenants move in, they find themselves being tormented by a dark secret from 30 years ago.
Director
Craig Moss
Producer
Mark B. Johnson, Sandra Siegal
Screenwriter
Chad Israel, Emanuel Isler
Distributor
Freestyle Releasing
Production Co
Producer Capital Fund, Siegal Entertainment, MJ Films
Rating
R (Some Violence/Bloody Images)
Genre
Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 4, 2016, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 27, 2017
Runtime
1h 33m
Sound Mix
Surround
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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