Cell phones P.s. Just a small add on
Cell phones P.s. Just a small add on

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Cell phones P.s. Just a small add on

2022
Movie
5 min
English

A grandson shows his grandmother how to navigate an iPad 2 full of clues for solving a puzzle. Over a phone call, she recites an email she wrote seven years prior.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Ryohei YoshinoGenres: Drama, Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A seemingly ordinary woman's life unravels when she discovers a mysterious cell phone that offers her the chance to fulfill her desires. However, each wish comes with a dark and terrifying consequence, trapping her in a dangerous game of fate. As the situation escalates, she must confront the true cost of her ambition before it consumes her entirely.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics citing a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Some praised the suspenseful atmosphere and the lead actress's performance, but these elements were often overshadowed by the story's perceived shortcomings.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to blend psychological thriller elements with horror but struggles to deliver a consistently engaging narrative.

  • While the premise holds some initial intrigue, the execution becomes muddled, leading to a disappointing climax.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with the lead offering a compelling portrayal amidst weaker supporting acts.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable or uncompiled. Where noted, comments sometimes pointed to a lack of originality in the horror tropes employed and a pacing that felt uneven.

Fun Fact

The film is based on a novel of the same name by Akio Tanaka.

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