Dead Tone

Dead Tone

Year: 2009

Runtime: 100 min

Language: English

Director: Deon Taylor

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During finals week at the University of Dreyskill, a group known as "The Crew" retreats to a remote mansion in the Colorado hills for a weekend getaway. A seemingly harmless prank accidentally awakens a malevolent force, transforming their relaxing retreat into a terrifying fight for survival. They must now confront the sinister presence and find a way to escape the treacherous landscape.

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1

Slumber Party Fun

A group of children comes together for a lively slumber party filled with laughter and camaraderie. They engage in a game called Seventy Five, making prank calls to strangers for exactly 75 seconds, fully immersing themselves in childish fun.

2

The Lurking Threat

Unbeknownst to the children, one of their prank call victims is lurking nearby, harboring dark thoughts of revenge. This figure emerges from the closet, attempting to murder one of the kids but is thwarted by a parent entering the scene.

3

A Decade Later

Ten years later, the narrative shifts to Chuck, a survivor of the earlier murders, who meets a tragic end in his own home. Detectives Anne Hastings and John Criton are called to investigate his death, uncovering connections to the Waley murders.

Chuck's home
4

Detectives Uncover the Pattern

As Hastings and Criton delve deeper into the case, they reveal that Chuck was one of the few survivors of a massacre that took place a decade ago. Their investigation leads them to realize that other survivors are being hunted down one by one.

5

Brandon's Isolated Gathering

Meanwhile, Brandon prepares for a reunion at his family's remote estate, where he intends to rekindle a romance with his ex-girlfriend, Karina. Unfortunately, she arrives with a group of friends, unknowingly bringing them into a perilous situation.

Brandon's family estate
6

The Party Begins

The party unfolds with laughter and excitement as guests gather in the grand estate, previously known as a reality TV show location. This strange backdrop adds an element of voyeurism, as hidden cameras monitor their every move.

Brandon's family estate
7

Tragic Discoveries

As the detectives continue their probe, they make a gruesome discovery: Melissa's lifeless body along with another male victim found in a separate area of the house. The partygoers remain oblivious to the horror unfolding right around them.

8

Reviving Childhood Fears

Amidst the party’s merriment, Marcus suggests they play their childhood game, Seventy Five, igniting enthusiasm among the group. However, as they engage, one of the calls spirals out of control, ushering in an atmosphere of dread and chaos.

9

Facing the Darkness

As the celebration nears its end, tragic events unfold as guests begin to meet their fates. Becky and other party attendees fall victim to a swift and brutal rampage, plunging the ambiance into fear.

Brandon's family estate
10

Desperate Measures

Panic ensues as Kareem discovers a horrifying scene, prompting him to seek refuge and assistance from friends. The group splinters in a frantic attempt to warn each other, only for some to encounter the killer firsthand.

Brandon's family estate
11

Confrontation and Confinement

As survivors retreat to Brandon and Karina’s room, fear takes hold. Accusations fly between friends, leading to a fierce argument while the outside horrors escalate, heightening the tension within their confined space.

Brandon and Karina's room
12

Attack from the Shadows

Brandon and Karina attempt to retrieve car keys, leading them outside their temporary safety. Brandon is viciously attacked from behind, forcing Karina to evade death by seeking refuge in a room filled with monitoring systems.

Brandon's family estate
13

A Turn of Events

Amid the chaos, Marcus and Kareem confront the killer, but betrayal strikes when Kareem is fatally injured by Scott, their friend. The situation spirals into chaos as they fight for survival amidst the growing panic.

14

Revelations and Betrayal

Unfolding in the monitoring room, shocking truths come to light as Kyle Turley reveals himself to be William, Scott's twin brother. This revelation sets off a chain reaction of chaos and intrigue as the horrifying backstory surfaces.

Monitoring room
15

Climactic Showdown

In a desperate and chaotic confrontation, William turns on Scott, resulting in his death. Karina meets a tragic fate at William's hands, and just as the truth appears imminent, the detectives arrive, mistaking Marcus for the assailant.

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