Scare Attraction (2019): Cast & Ratings
Scare Attraction is a 2019 horror film directed by Steven M. Smith, starring Jon-Paul Gates as Clive, Tony Fadil and Jimmy 'The Bee' Bennett. It runs 1 hour 12 minutes and was made on a reported $150,000 budget. Its Echo Score is 20/100.
- Echo Score
- 20
- budget
- $150K
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 12m (72 min)
- Director
- Steven M. Smith
- Genre
- Horror
- Original language
-
English
- Studio
- Greenway Entertainment
- Budget
- $150K
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Scare Attraction About?
The premise of Scare Attraction without spoilers.
Reality TV personalities find themselves trapped inside a Halloween-themed attraction, where an escape room challenge turns into a terrifying fight for survival. A dangerous gas leak leaves them unconscious, and upon waking, they are confronted with a sinister voice demanding they reveal a truth or face deadly consequences. As the stakes escalate, they must confront their secrets and each other to discover who will survive the night and escape the attraction.
Scare Attraction Themes & Keywords
· 4 tags- escape
- escape room
- haunted house attraction
- truth
Scare Attraction Cast & Characters
Jon-Paul Gates leads the cast as Clive, with Tony Fadil as Tom and Jimmy 'The Bee' Bennett as Jimmy. Directed by Steven M. Smith; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director Steven M. Smith
- Jon-Paul Gates as Clive
- Tony Fadil as Tom
- Jimmy 'The Bee' Bennett as Jimmy
- Can Somer as Can
Also Starring in Scare Attraction
· 7 more- Rad Brown Drake
- Elliot Cable Pete
- Sonera Angel Cathy
- Kit Pascoe Shirley
- Primrose Bigwood Susie
- Willie Coppen Willie
- Earl Ling Earl of Norwich
More from Steven M. Smith
More films directed by Steven M. Smith: Sweeney Todd: Slice & Dice, The Ghosts of Borley Rectory, The Haunting of Hythe House and Doll House.
Scare Attraction Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 20/100, strongest in art & craft (30) and weakest in rewatch factor (10).
Scare Attraction Echo Score Breakdown
Scare Attraction delivers a largely unsatisfying experience across all dimensions of filmmaking. The direction and production values appear amateurish, with uneven camera work and minimal visual polish, while performances suffer from flat delivery and underdeveloped characters. Narrative cohesion is weak, offering a predictable and incoherent plot that fails to engage viewers. Auditory elements receive little attention, and the overall sensory impact is limited to low-budget aesthetics. Consequently, the film provides little incentive for repeat viewings, resulting in a low overall appeal.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 30
The film's art and craft are hampered by rudimentary direction and inconsistent cinematography. While a few drone shots display occasional steadiness, the majority of the footage resembles amateur recording, lacking polished composition or lighting. Production design is minimal, offering little visual depth beyond basic sets. Editing appears to favor long, unengaging sequences that do not enhance narrative flow. Overall, the technical execution reflects a low-budget effort that falls short of conventional standards.
- Character & Emotion 20
Characterization suffers from shallow performances and negligible emotional resonance. Actors deliver dialogue that feels disconnected from any substantive material, resulting in characters that appear generic and unlikable. Interpersonal chemistry is absent, and there is scant development to elicit audience empathy. The limited screen time allocated to each role does not allow for growth or nuance. Consequently, the ensemble fails to generate investment, rendering the character aspect markedly deficient.
- Story & Flow 15
The story exhibits poor coherence and pacing, with an opening that drags and a plot that meanders without clear direction. Narrative premises are presented without sufficient context, leading to confusion about motivations and outcomes. Originality is minimal, relying on overused horror tropes that offer no fresh perspective. Engagement drops quickly as the pacing remains sluggish throughout, and the lack of substantive stakes diminishes overall interest in the storyline.
- Sensory Experience 25
Sensory experience is limited by subpar sound design and modest visual style. The soundtrack receives little mention, implying an absence of a distinctive auditory identity. Visual cohesion is compromised by cheap props, inconsistent lighting, and a general lack of atmospheric depth. While occasional steadier camera moments exist, they do not compensate for the overall low production quality. The sensory dimension therefore remains underdeveloped and fails to enhance immersion.
- Rewatch Factor 10
Rewatch potential is minimal due to the film's pervasive shortcomings across narrative, performance, and technical execution. Audiences report boredom and a lack of compelling elements that would motivate a second viewing. The absence of memorable scenes, coupled with an unengaging plot, diminishes lasting appeal. Consequently, the film offers little incentive for repeat consumption, positioning its rewatch factor at the low end of the scale.
Scare Attraction Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “스케어 어트랙션” and “密室實驚秀”.
- Also known as
-
- 스케어 어트랙션
- 密室實驚秀
- Atração de Susto
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Scare Attraction FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Scare Attraction, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Scare Attraction?
Scare Attraction runs 1 hour 12 minutes (72 minutes).
When was Scare Attraction released?
Scare Attraction was released on October 14, 2019.
Who directed Scare Attraction?
Scare Attraction was directed by Steven M. Smith.
More films by Steven M. Smith Who is in the cast of Scare Attraction?
Scare Attraction stars Jon-Paul Gates as Clive, Tony Fadil as Tom and Jimmy 'The Bee' Bennett as Jimmy, among 11 credited actors.
What was the budget of Scare Attraction?
Scare Attraction had a reported budget of $150,000.
Does Scare Attraction have a post-credit scene?
No. Scare Attraction has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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