Peacock
Peacock

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Peacock

2018
Movie
94 min
Mandarin

A student from a modest home goes to an elite private school and makes a life-altering agreement with a talking peacock in the schoolyard.

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: Anthony O'BrienGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman discovers her father's dark past when she inherits his secluded home. As she delves into his secrets, she uncovers a disturbing connection to a series of unsolved disappearances, leading her into a terrifying game of cat and mouse. She must confront the truth before she becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Peacock received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the attempt at suspense, many found the execution lacking in originality and impact. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with pacing and a derivative storyline.

  • Performances are generally considered uninspired.

  • Lacks the suspense and tension it aims to deliver.

Google audience: Audiences found Peacock to be a forgettable thriller with a plot that offered few surprises. Many viewers expressed disappointment with the lack of character development and a resolution that felt anticlimactic.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a remote location to enhance its isolated and suspenseful atmosphere.

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