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Crucible of the Vampire (2019): Cast & Ratings

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Crucible of the Vampire is a 2019 fantasy horror film directed by Iain Ross-McNamee, starring Katie Goldfinch as Isabelle, Larry Rew and Babette Barat. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes. Its Echo Score is 32/100.

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Crucible of the Vampire (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 44m (104 min)
Genres
Horror , Fantasy , Drama , Mystery
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Crucible of the Vampire About?

The premise of Crucible of the Vampire without spoilers.

A young museum curator, Isabelle, is sent to examine an ancient artifact unearthed in the basement of a stately home in Shropshire. She's welcomed into the sprawling manor house by the seemingly hospitable family: Karl, his wife Evelyn, and their daughter Scarlet. However, a dark and terrifying secret lurks within the family and the manor, suggesting that all is not as it appears.

Crucible of the Vampire Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

Crucible of the Vampire Cast & Characters

Katie Goldfinch leads the cast as Isabelle, with Larry Rew as Karl and Babette Barat as Evelyn. Directed by Iain Ross-McNamee; 18 actors are credited in all.

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More from Iain Ross-McNamee

One more film directed by Iain Ross-McNamee: I Saw Black Clouds.

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Ratings

Crucible of the Vampire Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 32/100, strongest in sensory experience (40) and weakest in story & flow (30).

32 /100

Crucible of the Vampire Echo Score Breakdown

Crucible of the Vampire struggles to assemble its ambitions into a coherent whole, resulting in a film that feels uneven and under‑developed. Critics note a thin stylistic approach while user feedback highlights persistent technical flaws and weak storytelling. Although a few set pieces and occasional performances provide brief interest, the cumulative effect is a lackluster viewing experience that offers limited appeal beyond niche genre curiosity.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, the film displays an inconsistent visual language. Critics describe the style as thin and the production as lacking weight, while multiple users point to poor lighting, amateurish camera work, and cheap composition. Positive remarks about intelligent crafting are outweighed by these technical shortcomings, leaving the overall craftsmanship below average.

  • Character & Emotion 35

    When evaluating character and emotion, performances are mixed. Some reviewers praise a few quirky portrayals and an engaging lead actress, yet many users criticize flat acting, unconvincing chemistry, and a general amateur feel. The sporadic positive notes do not compensate for the prevalent perception of weak character work, resulting in a modestly low rating for this aspect.

  • Story & Flow 30

    The story and flow suffer from a lack of focus and coherence. Critics and users alike mention an over‑ambitious mix of genres, disjointed pacing, and numerous plot holes that hinder engagement. While a few reviewers acknowledge an intriguing premise, the execution is described as forgettable and poorly structured, positioning the narrative aspect at the lower end of the scale.

  • Sensory Experience 40

    Sensory experience receives a slightly higher assessment due to occasional effective set design and sound cues noted by some viewers. However, the majority of feedback highlights inconsistent lighting, distracting audio levels, and an overall lack of atmospheric depth. These mixed observations place the sensory component in a borderline moderate range.

  • Rewatch Factor 35

    Rewatch factor is limited by the film's uneven execution. While a minority of fans find certain set pieces and genre homage worth revisiting, most users describe the movie as boring, forgettable, and lacking lasting appeal. The modest positive mentions are insufficient to raise the replay value, resulting in a low-to‑moderate rewatch score.

Videos

Crucible of the Vampire Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

CRUCIBLE OF THE VAMPIRE Official Trailer (2019) Horror
  • Trailer Crucible of the Vampire - 2022 Film Trailer 4K
Cars

Cars in Crucible of the Vampire

1 car on screen: the Mazda 3.

  • Mazda 3 in Crucible of the Vampire Mazda 3 Minor role

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FAQ

Crucible of the Vampire FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Crucible of the Vampire, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Crucible of the Vampire?

Crucible of the Vampire runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

When was Crucible of the Vampire released?

Crucible of the Vampire was released on February 1, 2019.

Who directed Crucible of the Vampire?

Crucible of the Vampire was directed by Iain Ross-McNamee.

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Who is in the cast of Crucible of the Vampire?

Crucible of the Vampire stars Katie Goldfinch as Isabelle, Larry Rew as Karl and Babette Barat as Evelyn, among 18 credited actors.

Does Crucible of the Vampire have a post-credit scene?

No. Crucible of the Vampire has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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