Shadowban
Shadowban

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Shadowban

2022
Movie
10 min
English

On Halloween night, a wannabe influencer follows her GPS through the maze of Ireland's ancient roads, but gets stopped at a surprising temporary traffic light that won't turn green.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users75%
Director: Adam ScherrGenres: Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A young woman, seemingly living a perfect life, discovers her online persona has been hijacked by a sinister entity. As her digital life unravels and spills into the real world, she must confront the terrifying consequences of her online presence. The film explores themes of digital identity, online harassment, and the blurred lines between virtual and reality.

Critical Reception

Shadowban received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its timely themes and suspenseful atmosphere, while others found its execution to be uneven. Audience reactions were generally more positive, appreciating its modern horror elements and engagement with contemporary anxieties.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relevant commentary on social media and online privacy.

  • Lauded for building a palpable sense of dread and paranoia.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot in its latter half.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a thought-provoking and unsettling watch, with many appreciating its exploration of modern-day digital fears. Some viewers felt the pacing could have been tighter, but the overall message resonated.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Adam Scherr, stated in interviews that the concept for 'Shadowban' was inspired by his own experiences with online misinformation and the feeling of losing control over one's digital footprint.

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