‘The family did not survive. But the recordings did.’
The Amityville Haunting is a 2011 American horror film directed by Geoff Meed (4 Horsemen: Apocalypse; Asteroid-a-Geddon).
This was is the tenth production to be inspired by the 1977 book The Amityville Horror. It claims to be based on “actual found footage that documents the horrifying experiences of a family that moved into the infamous haunted house.”
The Asylum-Taut Productions movie stars Tyler Shamy, Devin Clark and Jon Kondelik.
Reviews:
“The effects are shoddy and insanely uninspired. Don’t expect any enjoyable shots or memorable sequences. All you’ll find is a flat picture, some doors mysteriously opening and a handful of off-screen deaths. It’s all so heartless that it’s virtually impossible to dedicate your full attention to the film.” Addicted to Horror Movies
“Weird little things happen. Horrible accidents happen. Numerous arguments happen. Surveillance cameras are set up all around the house. People get yanked off-camera by an unseen force. That unseen force eventually decides to start mugging for the camera, revealing one of the least menacing-looking supernatural killers you’ll ever see.” Dread Central
“The issue is not that camcorders and security cams are used…it’s simply just a bad movie with no offering for viewers whatsoever. The synopsis of “Actual found footage” is most deceiving. My guess is there exists a clip in the film somewhere that was “actual” interwoven with the fake crap.” Horror News
Cast and characters:
Jason Williams … Douglas Benson
Amy Van Horne … Virginia Benson
Devin Clark … Tyler Benson
Nadine Crocker … Lori Benson
Gracie Largent … Melanie Benson
Luke Barnett … Ronald J. Defeo Jr. / The Ghost
Tyler Shamy … Greg
Kristen Hager Meed … Kristen
Jon Kondelik … Brett
Alex Rzechowicz … Donny Reddit
Mary LeGault … Ivey
Piper Kennedy … Bri
Casey Campbell … Detective
Jon Gale … Officer Nathen
Film facts:
Although the poster features the traditional quarter round windows and gambrel roof of 112 Ocean Avenue, they are never seen on screen.
Trailer:
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