PlayStation Productions has ventured into the realm of cinematic adaptations with the digital release of Until Dawn, a horror film based on the popular PlayStation 4 exclusive. However, the film’s debut was marred by its immediate appearance on torrent sites, raising questions about digital distribution and piracy.
Plot Overview
The narrative follows Clover, who, alongside her friends, returns to an abandoned facility where her sister mysteriously vanished a year prior. As the group explores the eerie surroundings, they find themselves ensnared in a sinister time loop, facing a masked killer who picks them off one by one.
Critical Reception
Upon release, Until Dawn garnered mixed reviews from audiences and critics alike. With a score of 53% on Rotten Tomatoes and a modest 6 out of 10 on IMDb, the film has been described as a passable evening’s entertainment. Critics have noted that while it may entertain, it falls short of capturing the essence of its interactive gaming predecessor.
Box Office Performance
Despite the lukewarm reception, the film has performed well at the box office, raking in .7 million within its first month of release against a production budget of million. This financial success highlights the potential for video game adaptations in the film industry, even amidst critical scrutiny.
Image credit: Until Dawn
