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Key Features:
Dystopian, Isolation, Family dysfunction, Technophobia, Social commentary, Conspiracy, Psychological horror, Mind control, Paranoia, Surrealism, Technology-centric, Claustrophobic, Violence-moderate
Tone:
cynical, gritty, suspense-driven
Target Audience:
Horror fans, Viewers interested in social commentary, Those who enjoy suspenseful stories, People interested in dystopian themes
Emotional Arc:
Confusion → Dread → Hysteria

Await Further Instructions

2018-08-26
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A dysfunctional family awake on Christmas morning to discover they’re sealed inside their house by a mysterious black substance. On television, a single line of text reads: “Stay Indoors and Await Further Instructions.”

Genres
Horror
Cast
David Bradley, Abigail Cruttenden, Holly Weston, Sam Gittins, Grant Masters, Neerja Naik, Kris Saddler
Crew
Johnny Kevorkian, Gavin Williams
Rating
5.421(298 votes)
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