Lights Out (2016)2016 -

(2016) is generally regarded as a tight, effective supernatural horror film that succeeds by leaning into a primal, universal fear: the dark . Directed by David F. Sandberg and based on his viral 2013 short film, it is praised for its inventive use of lighting and practical effects, though some critics felt the concept struggled to maintain its tension when expanded to a feature-length narrative. Key Highlights