Absentia

3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (102 customer reviews)
After having declared her missing husband 'dead in absentia', Tricia and her sister begin to link an ominous tunnel to a series of disappearances.
  • Starring: Katie Parker, Courtney Bell
  • Directed by: Mike Flanagan
  • Runtime: 1 hour 32 minutes
  • Release year: 2012
  • Studio: Phase 4 Films (USA), LLC
 
  
 
 

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Synopsis: After having declared her missing husband 'dead in absentia', Tricia and her sister begin to link an ominous tunnel to a series of disappearances.
Starring: Katie Parker, Courtney Bell
Supporting actors: Dave Levine, Doug Jones, James Flanagan
Directed by: Mike Flanagan
Genre: Drama, Horror
Runtime: 1 hour 32 minutes
Captions and Subtitles: Details
Release year: 2012
Studio: Phase 4 Films (USA), LLC
MPAA Rating: Rated R for language and some disturbing images
ASIN: B00778C85I (Rental) and B00778C6V4 (Purchase)
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Theatrical Release Information
  • US Theatrical Release Date: December 14, 2012
  • MPAA: Rated R for language and some disturbing images
  • Production Company: FallBack Plan Productions, Blue Dot Productions
  • Filming Locations: Glendale, California, USA

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3.7 out of 5 stars
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3.7 out of 5 stars
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“ And that's why movies like Absentia are as rare as they are pleasing to watch. ” Brett Talley  |  21 reviewers made a similar statement
“ I don't mind low budget films as long as the acting is good and the story is solid. ” M. Turman  |  31 reviewers made a similar statement
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68 of 79 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An eerie, intelligent, character-driven horror film January 14, 2012
By Tim Waggoner
Format:DVD
Seven years ago, a woman's husband goes missing. But just as she's finally ready to stop grieving and put the loss behind her, he reappears. He claims to have been trapped in some otherworldly realm for all this time, and the only explanation he has for his escape is, "It must have been sleeping."

Absentia is a wonderfully written and directed horror film. It falls squarely in the genre of quiet horror, where character, mood, and atmosphere all contribute to a sense of dread that builds throughout the film until it reaches its ultimate nightmarish payoff. In many ways, it reminded me of the fiction of Charles L. Grant and Ramsey Campbell, which -- as a horror writer myself -- is one of the highest compliments I can give. If you're looking for just another gore-fest, this isn't for you, but if you're looking for intelligent, original, truly unsettling horror, you have to check out this film. Definitely one of the best releases of 2011.
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45 of 55 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Don't be Fooled by the Cover Art! February 6, 2012
By Pen Slinger
Format:DVD
Absentia is NOT the run-of-the-mill weekly horror release. The cover art on the box may make you think to bypass or rent this, but I urge anyone with a taste for creepy horror and H.P. Lovecraft to purchase this ASAP. I, along with so many lucky others, experienced this creepy, get-under-your-skin horror tale at a film festival and we were blown away. It's a great high concept story expertly translated with a minimal budget. The effects are terrifying at times while cast and crew deliver a nightmarish vision that may make you keep the lights on for weeks. I suggest blasting this through your audio system to get the full effect that will have you jumping out of your skin.
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28 of 35 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Subtle, Minimalist Horror. February 13, 2012
By HorrorTerry78
Format:Amazon Instant Video|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is great, quiet, character-driven horror if you dig movies like "Session 9," "The Eclipse" or the work of directors like Kiyoshi Kurosawa. It is low budget, psychological rather than explicit, and a slow burn.

If you like movies with graphic gore, T&A, movies like "Saw" or "Hostel," or anything by Rob Zombie, you will almost certainly hate this movie. It requires an adult's attention span and an appreciation for character and subtlety. Highly recommended for discerning elevated-genre fans.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars A good reason not to support Kickstarter films
Absentia did a number of things very well, especially in act one of the movie, where the characters and the relationships among them are established and the double meaning of the... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Master Jack
5.0 out of 5 stars Absentia
It was good, the movies is awesome, I love it.
Everything went ok with the product.
Everybody must see it.
Published 9 days ago by Aldemar De Windt
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Movie!
Absentia is a well done movie, it hits the mark with slow burning suspense, and creepiness! If you are into this type of horror movie, it's worth a watch. Read more
Published 15 days ago by torils
5.0 out of 5 stars Sometimes, They Come Back... Sort Of...
At first, I thought ABSENTIA was another ghost story. It has a missing husband -presumed dead after seven years- who keeps appearing in spectral form to his wife. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Bindy Sue Frønkünschtein
4.0 out of 5 stars Surprised Me
I had never heard of this movie and watched it tonight. It was creepy throughout and kept you guessing, up until the very end. Not gory, just a continously creepy atmosphere. Read more
Published 1 month ago by SET67
4.0 out of 5 stars Character driven horror with a Lovecraftian bent.
For whatever reason, "intelligent" is a word you rarely use to describe horror movies. Maybe it's because writers think they can get away with slapping pretty much anything on a... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Brett Talley
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must-See for Any Huge Horror Fanatic
Don't let the cheesy torture-porn poster/cover influence your decision to see this movie- "Absentia" is not full of gore and naked ladies being ripped apart by monsters. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jess Claire
5.0 out of 5 stars Absentia
I agree with another reviewer. The movie is character driven with a creepy atmosphere, no CGI or nudity. The violence and foul language are kept to a minimum.
Published 3 months ago by pennsell
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
Absentia was a pretty good movie. Starts out slow and then picks up a little. Not the scariest movie I've seen.
Published 4 months ago by verleatha hill
1.0 out of 5 stars stupid
it was very stupid i want my money back.dissapointed no doubt

dont waste your time. i meen it nono no
Published 4 months ago by bianca bolden
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