Review of The Pact (2012) by Barry T — 06 Oct 2012

Bettertan expectedbut more a thriller than horror.

This review of The Pact (2012) was written by Barry T on 06 Oct 2012.

The Pact has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Sam N (736) on 05 Jul 2015

A really good horror film. Original and shocking. A nice mix of the supernatural and real terrors in life…

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By Michael A (1,637) on 01 Jul 2017

The Pact, written and directed by Nicholas McCarthy, is a fast-paced thriller that is as much a mystery film as it is horror film…

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By Ted W (1,490) on 02 Jan 2016

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By Daphne M (68) on 07 Aug 2015

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By Jens L (123) on 11 Sep 2015

The pact is derivative and it's title doesn't mean a lot (there is no pact in the movie),but it holds together on it's own with enough chills,…

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This movie is awful and unmemorable…

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The Pact is spooky, well acted and just a bit slow. 78/100 [B] The Pact is an indie horror film directed by Nicholas McCarthy…

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By Filmvirtue (146) on 02 Jul 2015

Suspenseful and horrifying from start to finish, this low budget entry into the world of horror works because it doesn't rely on jump scares…

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