Submittan
Submittan

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Submittan

2022
Movie
18 min
English

In the future city of Submittan, people over 80 years old are forced into 'retirement' to a remote mountain area, as the city deals with increased population. The burden falls on the shoulder of an immigrant artist, who is tasked to design a propaganda poster to convince citizens of this new registration.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Dan Repp / John W. ValentineGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

When a mysterious and ominous package arrives at his door, a reclusive writer finds himself drawn into a dark and terrifying descent. The contents of the package seem to hold the key to a series of disturbing events that begin to plague him, blurring the lines between reality and nightmare. As he attempts to uncover the truth behind the package and its sender, he must confront his own inner demons and a growing sense of dread that threatens to consume him entirely.

Critical Reception

Submittan received a mixed to negative reception, with critics largely citing its confusing narrative and underdeveloped characters as major drawbacks. While some appreciated its attempt at a psychological thriller, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of clarity and satisfying resolution. Audience scores reflected a similar sentiment, with many finding the film to be an unsatisfying viewing experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a convoluted plot that is difficult to follow.

  • Character development is minimal, making it hard for viewers to connect with the story.

  • Attempts at suspense and horror fall flat due to predictable pacing and an unclear narrative.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and sentiment is not readily available for this title.

Fun Fact

The film was independently produced and had a limited theatrical release, contributing to its lack of widespread critical attention and accessibility.

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