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Genres
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CastAlex MerazBriana EviganJuliana GuillRafi GavronJoseph Cross
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DirectorRichard Gray
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Release Date2014
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MPAA RatingNR
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Runtime1 hr 34 min
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LanguageEnglish
The Evil Within (also known as Mine Games) is a psychological thriller film released in 2014, directed by Richard Gray and written by Gray and Ross McQueen. The movie features an ensemble cast, including Alex Meraz, Briana Evigan, Juliana Guill, Rafi Gavron, and Joseph Cross. The film tells the story of a group of seven teenagers who decide to spend a weekend in an abandoned mine in the mountains of California. The group includes Lyla (Evigan), the strong-willed and protective girlfriend of the group's leader, Michael (Gavron); TJ (Meraz), the quiet and introspective member; Rose (Guill), the wild and unpredictable girl who brings along her unstable boyfriend, Guy (Cross); and the easy-going and carefree Dave (Ethan Peck) and Claire (Rebecca Da Costa). As they venture deeper into the mine, strange and ominous events start to occur, and tensions begin to rise.
The group soon realizes that they are not alone in the mine and that their presence seems to have awakened an evil force that has been dormant for years. They find abandoned equipment, strange markings, and horrifying images that indicate that something terrible happened in the mine in the past. As they try to find a way out, they become increasingly paranoid and suspicious of each other, and they start to question if they will make it out alive.
As the characters' fears and anxieties reach a fever pitch, the movie steadily builds tension with effective use of jump scares and eerie atmosphere. The film also features a number of well-executed plot twists that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
One of the film's strengths is its cast of up-and-coming actors who all deliver strong and convincing performances. Evigan stands out as the film's lead, portraying Lyla as a fierce and determined young woman who will do anything to protect herself and her friends. Meraz also gives a standout performance, portraying a character who is both contemplative and tough.
Another strength of the film is its cinematography, which makes excellent use of the mine's dark tunnels and ominous atmosphere to create a sense of claustrophobia and unease. The movie's score also deserves praise for effectively heightening the tension and adding to the film's creepy atmosphere.
Overall, The Evil Within (Mine Games) is a well-crafted psychological thriller that will keep viewers on edge from start to finish. The film delivers a satisfying blend of scares, suspense, and mystery, making it a must-watch for horror fans.