Plot Overview
The film follows a group of friends who cover up a fatal accident. A year later, a mysterious figure begins targeting them, using knowledge of that night to exact revenge. The story builds tension through secrets and survival in a small coastal town.
Cast and Characters
The lead role is played by Jennifer Love Hewitt, supported by a young ensemble cast including Sarah Michelle Gellar and Ryan Phillippe. The characters are defined by their shared guilt and the escalating fear as the killer closes in.
Production and Legacy
Released in 1997, the movie was produced by Neal H. Moritz and directed by Jim Gillespie. It became a commercial hit, reinvigorating the slasher genre in the late 1990s. The film spawned sequels and is often cited in discussions of late-90s horror cinema, as noted on IMDb.
