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The Basement 1989

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Status
Released
Runtime
70 minutes
Director
Timothy O'Rawe
Network
Alternative Cinema
Where to Stream
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★ TMDB users: 5.1/10 from 7 votes Horror Released
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What is The Basement?

Topic: Film "The Basement" (1989). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.

Type
Film
Year
1989
Status
Released
Runtime
70 minutes
Release date
Jan 3, 1989
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Alternative Cinema
Genres
Horror
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 5.1/10 from 7 votes
Episode runtime
~70 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Alternative Cinema
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Topic: Film "The Basement" (1989).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Tone: Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Format: Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Constraints:
Write ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Do not invent/guess titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
If a detail is not in the material, omit it.
Word count: 150-190 words.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Sources Analysis:
[1] Title: The Basement (1989). Release date: 01/03/1989 (US). Genre: Horror. Runtime: 1h 10m.
[2, 4, 5] General cast/crew info (no specific names provided in these snippets).
[3] Synopsis: Four strangers are summoned to the basement of an abandoned house by a mysterious entity known only as The Sentinel. One after another, they are forced to witness heinous deeds they have yet to commit – and which will damn them for all eternity.
[6] Cast: Dennis Driscoll, Kathleen Heidinger, David Webber. Director: Timothy O'Rawe.
Title: The Basement
Year: 1989
Release Date: January 3, 1989 (US)
Genre: Horror
Runtime: 1

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Is The Basement worth watching?

The Basement holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 7 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie The Basement and when was it released?

The Basement is a feature film with a runtime of 70 minutes. It was released in 1989. Release status: Released.

Who directed The Basement?

The Basement was directed by Timothy O'Rawe.

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