Thursday
Thursday

Movie spotlight

Thursday

2023
Movie
15 min
Polish

Thursday is the day to which Maria has been preparing for some time, more or less since the moment when she learnt she was pregnant. Her boyfriend, family and friends are all supportive and advise her on maternity ignoring Maria and the signals she is trying to send. The girl decides not to inform them about her decision and plans for Thursday.

Insights

IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users38%
Director: Emerson B. MoodyGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the small, isolated town of Hopewell, a peculiar tradition dictates that every Thursday, a young woman must be sacrificed to appease a shadowy entity lurking in the nearby woods. This year, it's the turn of Sarah, a resilient young woman who refuses to accept her fate. As she fights for her life, she uncovers dark secrets about the town's history and the true nature of the entity, leading to a desperate battle for survival.

Critical Reception

Thursday received a mixed to negative reception, largely criticized for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters, though some praised its atmospheric tension and gore. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many finding it a derivative horror flick that failed to deliver on its premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to build atmosphere but ultimately succumbs to tired horror tropes.

  • While featuring some gruesome practical effects, the narrative remains uninspired and poorly paced.

  • Character motivations are often unclear, making it difficult to invest in their plight.

Google audience: Audiences largely found "Thursday" to be a disappointing horror film. Many viewers felt the story was predictable and cliché, failing to offer any fresh scares or engaging plot points. While a few appreciated the visual aspects and gore, the overall sentiment is that it's a forgettable entry in the genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget in a remote, wooded area, with much of the cast and crew living on-site for the duration of the production to save costs.

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