Review of The Barrens (2012) by Joel C — 11 Oct 2012

Loved this movie but Stephen Moyer's performance carries this movie and was awesome. A must see for those that love psychological thriller/ horror films.

This review of The Barrens (2012) was written by Joel C on 11 Oct 2012.

The Barrens has generally received mixed reviews.

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The Barrens starts off as a really promising film, with a great story about a father that takes his family to the pine forest where legends…

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By Hedvika P (3) on 29 Sep 2012

It's not too bad. Lots of swerves in the story, I must say I wasn't satisfied with the ending…

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By Joe A (721) on 08 Oct 2012

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By Mark James A (388) on 04 Dec 2013

For a mind game, it delivers. For a good horror flick, it doesn't. One way or another, it's just another passable film…

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