Snail
Snail

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Snail

2023
Movie
14 min
Persian

A loving mother strives to make her young son's singing dreams come true but an audition takes a dramatic, unforeseen turn.

Insights

IMDb4.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users55%
Director: Tristan A. ConcepcionGenres: Drama, Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A man discovers a mysterious snail with the ability to grant wishes, but with each wish granted, a part of his own body begins to transform into a snail. He must race against time to reverse the curse before he becomes completely unrecognizable.

Critical Reception

Snail received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many praising its unique premise and ambition but criticizing its execution, pacing, and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the bizarre horror elements and others finding it too strange or unpleasant.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its original and unsettling body horror concept.

  • Criticized for a sluggish pace and an inability to fully capitalize on its disturbing premise.

  • The visual effects and disturbing imagery were noted as highlights by some, while others found them gratuitous.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Snail' to be a visually interesting but ultimately flawed film. Many appreciated the creative and disturbing visual effects and the unique horror concept. However, a significant portion of viewers expressed disappointment with the slow pacing, convoluted plot, and a lack of character development, making it a divisive watch.

Fun Fact

Director Tristan A. Concepcion also stars in the film as the protagonist and reportedly spent over two years developing the practical effects for the snail transformations.

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