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Moloss
A sixty-year-old who has always obediently followed the rules, suffers an existential burnout. He has always done his part and, in his own modest way, has worked for a better society. But that society has hit rock bottom and our former good Samaritan is no longer in the mood for concessions. Moloss is his name and he’s got a mission: to cure the world of a very human disease. But his method could not differ more from those of Gandhi or Mother Theresa. He’s certainly not turning the other cheek. His approach is a lot more direct, not to say radical. His very personal spin on the tactic of the scorched earth to make way for a better future implicates not only his daughter Doianna and his ex-wife Veronica, but many others who didn’t plan any revolution. Is he out of his mind? Desperate? Dangerous? Perhaps all three, but in his defense, it’s our society that has started it!
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Plot Summary
In a remote, isolated house, a young woman named Nadia struggles with a deeply troubled past and an overbearing mother. When an unexpected visitor arrives, her carefully constructed world begins to unravel, forcing her to confront the terrifying secrets that have been lurking in the shadows of her family. The situation escalates into a nightmarish battle for survival as the visitor's true intentions are revealed.
Critical Reception
Moloss received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its atmospheric tension and commitment to the horror genre's grittier elements, many found its plot predictable and its execution lacking originality. The film's reliance on jump scares and a convoluted narrative was frequently cited as a drawback.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempt at creating a tense, claustrophobic atmosphere.
Criticized for a derivative plot and underdeveloped characters.
Often described as overly reliant on horror tropes without offering fresh perspectives.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Moloss are largely negative, with viewers frequently citing a weak and predictable story. Many found the horror elements to be uninspired and the overall experience disappointing.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in a remote house in the French countryside, enhancing its isolated and claustrophobic feel.
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