Lake Mungo (2009) movie poster

Lake Mungo (2009)

"In 2008, Alice Palmer died…Her nightmare didn't."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 62%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 95% (RT: 95%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Where to Watch

Streaming
Prime Video
Rent / Buy
Fandango at Home
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Director
Joel Anderson
Runtime
1h 27m
Country
Australia
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (667 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
95%
Cast
Rosie Traynor as June Palmer
David Pledger as Russell Palmer
Martin Sharpe as Mathew Palmer
Talia Zucker as Alice Palmer
Tania Lentini as Georgie Ritter
Cameron Strachan as Leith Ritter
Judith Roberts as Iris Long
Robin Cuming as Garret Long
It's divisive. Only 62% of audiences liked it based on 667 votes. Critics rated it higher at 95%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
After 16-year-old Alice Palmer drowns at a local dam, her family experiences a series of strange, inexplicable events centered in and around their home. Unsettled, the Palmers seek the help of a psychic and parapsychologist, who discovers that Alice led a secret, double life. At Lake Mungo, Alice's secret past emerges. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Joel Anderson cited several classic horror films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of Lake Mungo was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Lake Mungo is a 2009 horror, thriller film directed by Joel Anderson. After 16-year-old Alice Palmer drowns at a local dam, her family experiences a series of strange, inexplicable events centered in and around their home. Unsettled, the Palmers seek the help of a psychic and parapsychologist, who discovers that Alice led a secret, double life.

At Lake Mungo, Alice's secret past emerges. The film has been rated by 667 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Lake Mungo 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. Lake Mungo (2009) 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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