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Dread 2009

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★ 5.5/10 · 270 votes R HorrorDramaThriller Released
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What is Dread?

Released in 2009, Dread is a British horror film directed and written by Anthony DiBlasi and starring Jackson Rathbone and Shaun Evans. The movie is loosely based on the short story of the same name by Clive Barker.

Type
Film
Year
2009
Status
Released
Runtime
108 minutes
Release date
Jul 14, 2009
Original language
EN
Origin
United Kingdom
Studios
Midnight Picture Show, Matador Pictures, Essential Entertainment
Genres
Horror, Drama, Thriller
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⚡ Pacing & Momentum8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.5/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Horror #Drama #Thriller
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Released in 2009, Dread is a British horror film directed and written by Anthony DiBlasi and starring Jackson Rathbone and Shaun Evans. The movie is loosely based on the short story of the same name by Clive Barker. Carrying a rated R classification, the horror, drama, and thriller feature has a runtime of one hour and forty-eight minutes and was released in the United States on July 14, 2009. The plot follows three college students who set out to document what other people dread the most. However, the situation takes a dark turn when one of the three students turns out to secretly be a sadistic psychopath. This individual uses the gathered knowledge about people's fears to gruesomely torture the subjects.

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“A gripping exploration of horror and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Dread worth watching?

Dread holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 270 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Drama for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Dread and when was it released?

Dread is a feature film with a runtime of 108 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.

Who directed Dread?

Dread was directed by Anthony DiBlasi.

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