Init!ation 2021
“He pledges to hunt you down.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Director
- John Berardo
- Networks
- Shatterproof Films, XYZ Films
- Where to Stream
- MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel
What is Init!ation?
Topic: Film "Init!ation" (2021). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- May 7, 2021
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Shatterproof Films, XYZ Films
- Genres
- Horror, Mystery
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.1/10 from 163 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~96 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Shatterproof Films, XYZ Films
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Topic: Film "Init!ation" (2021).
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Sources Analysis:
Source [1]: Title: Init!ation (2021). Release date: 05/07/2021 (US). Genres: Horror and Mystery. Runtime: 1h 36m. Rating: R.
Source [2]: Plot: During Whiton University's pledge week, partying turns deadly when brutal murders befall students. Ellery races against time to uncover school secrets and the meaning of a recurring symbol: a single exclamation mark.
Source [3]: Title: Initiation (stylized as Init!ation). Year: 2020 (Wikipedia says 2020, TMDB says 2021). Description: American slasher film. Director/Co-producer/Co-writer: John Berardo. Inspired by short film Dembanger. Subject: Edgy slasher about a cruel social media game at a university involving a masked serial killer.
Source [4]: General info about cast and crew.
Title: Init!ation (stylized as Init!ation).
Release Date: May 7, 202
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of horror and mystery that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- 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.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Init!ation worth watching?
Init!ation holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 163 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Mystery for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Init!ation and when was it released?
Init!ation is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 2021. Release status: Released.
Who directed Init!ation?
Init!ation was directed by John Berardo.
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