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In John Burr’s The Gates, a simple detour becomes a long night of fear, suspicion, and survival. The film follows three college friends—Derek, Kevin, and Tyon—played by Mason Gooding, Algee Smith, and Keith Powers. While traveling together, the group takes what appears to be a harmless shortcut through a secluded gated community. Their decision quickly spirals into chaos
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