Dead Silence (2007) movie poster

Dead Silence (2007)

"You scream. You die."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 79%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 28% (RT: 21%, MC: 34) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Horror

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Director
Runtime
1h 29m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (2,410 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
21%
Metacritic
34
Cast
Ryan Kwanten as Jamie Ashen
Amber Valletta as Ella Ashen
Donnie Wahlberg as Det. Lipton
Bob Gunton as Edward Ashen
Laura Regan as Lisa Ashen
Michael Fairman as Henry Walker
Joan Heney as Marion Walker
Dmitry Chepovetsky as Richard Walker
Most people think so. 79% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,410 votes. Critics scored it lower at 28%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Jamie returns to his hometown in search of answers to his wife's murder, which occurred after receiving a weird package containing a ventriloquist dummy named Billy, which may be linked to the legend of ventriloquist Mary Shaw. Destined to find out the truth, Jamie goes to the town of Raven's Fair, where Shaw used to perform and is buried. But Jamie is in for more than he expected. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of Dead Silence, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated horror films of 2007 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Dead Silence is a 2007 horror film directed by James Wan. Jamie returns to his hometown in search of answers to his wife's murder, which occurred after receiving a weird package containing a ventriloquist dummy named Billy, which may be linked to the legend of ventriloquist Mary Shaw. Destined to find out the truth, Jamie goes to the town of Raven's Fair, where Shaw used to perform and is buried.

But Jamie is in for more than he expected. The film has been rated by 2,410 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Dead Silence delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Dead Silence (2007) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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What Reddit Thinks

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⬆ 1,025💬 163 comments
Dead Silence (2007) Better than I expected.
*"Beware the stare of Mary Shaw. She had no children only dolls. And if you see her in your dreams, be sure you never, ever scream."* Long before... Read on Reddit →
Top comment: "Or she'll rip your tongue out at the seams. The atmosphere in this film is great, plus the..."
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