Beneath the Darkness (2012): Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Beneath the Darkness is a 2012 thriller directed by Martin Guigui. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $23,998 worldwide. Critics gave it 22 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Martin Guigui
- Genre
- Thriller
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Image Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Beneath the Darkness About?
The premise of Beneath the Darkness without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In the quiet town of Smithville, Texas, a local hero's life unravels as a group of teenagers investigates a disturbing mystery. Mortician Ely Vaughn's carefully constructed image begins to shatter when his neighbors uncover a shocking secret he’s been desperately trying to conceal. The teenagers' pursuit of answers threatens to expose a sinister truth hidden beneath the town’s peaceful exterior, forcing everyone to confront a darkness they never knew existed.
The Director of Beneath the Darkness
Directed by Martin Guigui.
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Director Martin Guigui
Beneath the Darkness Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Beneath the Darkness 22 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.
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IMDb 6.2 /10
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Metacritic 22 Metascore
User score 4.2
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TMDB 48% User score
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Movie Insider 3.2 /5
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Beneath the Darkness Plot Summary
What happens in Beneath the Darkness from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the charming yet eerie town of Smithville, Texas, a man named Vaughn Ely conceals a dark secret behind his amicable exterior. Once celebrated as a star quarterback, Vaughn now fulfills a morbid role as the local mortician, preparing the deceased for their final slumber. However, his life spirals into chaos when he uncovers the shocking truth that his wife, Rosemary, has been engaging in a sordid affair with David Moore, the spouse of her former high school English teacher. Consumed by feelings of betrayal and rage, Vaughn exacts a dreadful revenge, murdering Rosemary and keeping her corpse housed within his home, treating her as if she were still alive. Each night, he indulges in a twisted waltz with her lifeless body, spiraling deeper into madness.
Full summary
The whole story of Beneath the Darkness, scene by scene
Beneath the Darkness Box Office
Beneath the Darkness grossed $23,998 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$24K
- International
- $24K
Beneath the Darkness Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Beneath the Darkness.
How Well Do You Know Beneath the Darkness?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What was Vaughn Ely's profession?
Cars in Beneath the Darkness
25 cars on screen, including the 2000 Chevrolet Impala and the 1995 Ford Econoline.
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1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Main role -
1971 Chevrolet El Camino Important role
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Beneath the Darkness FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Beneath the Darkness, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Beneath the Darkness?
Beneath the Darkness runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was Beneath the Darkness released?
Beneath the Darkness was released on January 6, 2012.
Who directed Beneath the Darkness?
Beneath the Darkness was directed by Martin Guigui.
More films by Martin Guigui How much did Beneath the Darkness make at the box office?
Beneath the Darkness grossed $23,998 worldwide.
How is Beneath the Darkness rated?
Beneath the Darkness has 6.2/10 on IMDb, 22 on Metacritic, 48% on TMDB and 3.2/5 on Movie Insider.
Does Beneath the Darkness have a post-credit scene?
No. Beneath the Darkness has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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