Play Dead
Criminology student Chloe fakes her own death to break into a morgue, in order to retrieve a piece of evidence that ties her younger brother to a crime gone wrong. Once inside, she discovers that a sadistic coroner is using the corpses for his sick and twisted business, and when he realises that Chloe still has a pulse, a terrifying game of cat and mouse ensues.
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Plot Summary
A young college student desperate for money agrees to impersonate a patient in a hospital's morgue for a substantial sum. However, her plan takes a terrifying turn when she discovers the morgue is not as empty as it seems, and a homicidal killer is on the loose.
Critical Reception
Play Dead received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares uninspired. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some viewers appreciating the suspenseful premise while others were disappointed by the execution.
What Reviewers Say
- Predictable plot with few genuine scares.
- Relies too heavily on familiar horror tropes.
- The premise holds some promise but is ultimately underdeveloped.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Play Dead were mixed, with some finding the film to be a decent, low-budget thriller, while others criticized its lack of originality and a weak narrative.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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