Trap
Trap

Movie spotlight

Trap

2023
Movie
21 min
Tamil

When three friends spot a part-time job offer online, they decide to apply for it. What happens next forms the rest of the story.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes64%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users67%
Director: M. Night ShyamalanGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A father takes his daughter to a stadium concert, where they become unwitting participants in a dangerous game. They discover the event is a trap set by the authorities to catch a notorious serial killer, known as 'The Spider'. As the killer's identity becomes clearer, the father and daughter must find a way to escape the unfolding nightmare.

Critical Reception

Trap received mixed to positive reviews from critics. Many praised Shyamalan's signature suspense and the film's intriguing premise, while some found the execution or plot twists less effective than his previous works. Audience reactions were similarly divided, appreciating the tension but also questioning certain narrative choices.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its escalating tension and suspenseful atmosphere.

  • M. Night Shyamalan's signature twisty storytelling is present, though not universally lauded.

  • The performances, particularly from the lead actors, were often highlighted as a strength.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and the clever setup of the 'trap' concept. Some viewers found the plot developments predictable or the ending less impactful than anticipated, but many enjoyed the thrilling ride and the father-daughter dynamic.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Canada, with the concert scenes taking place in a real stadium, adding a layer of authenticity to the terrifying scenario.

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