Movie spotlight
Distortion
Xu finds himself trapped inside an iron box after awaking from a coma. As the box opens, he finds himself in a tropical forest together with other survivors, all not knowing how they ended up there. Not only do they have to face various crisis and attacks from beasts, they also have to uncover the truth behind it all so as to escape from danger.
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Plot Summary
A young woman's life takes a terrifying turn when she moves into a remote, isolated house with her husband. Strange occurrences and unsettling encounters begin to plague her, blurring the lines between reality and delusion. As her sanity frays, she must uncover the dark secrets of the house before it consumes her entirely.
Critical Reception
Distortion received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the atmosphere and suspenseful moments, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a truly original or impactful horror experience. Audience scores were similarly divided.
What Reviewers Say
Relies too heavily on horror tropes without offering fresh perspectives.
The atmosphere builds some tension, but the payoff is ultimately disappointing.
Performances are serviceable, but the script provides little depth to explore.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Distortion are mixed. Many viewers found the film to be an enjoyable, albeit standard, thriller with some effective jump scares. However, a significant portion of viewers expressed disappointment with the predictable plot twists and a lack of originality, feeling that the film borrowed too heavily from other genre successes.
Fun Fact
The production faced several delays due to unforeseen challenges during filming in the remote, isolated locations.
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