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Chicken
When Sam splits up with her partner, she is forced to move back into her childhood home with her mother and neurodivergent brother. When depression sinks in, her brother Emmett gets in her face trying to cheer her up and in doing so makes everything worse. But when Emmett is confronted with a situation at a baseball game where he is called a chicken, Sam rises to the challenge to come to his aid and is reminded of what is truly important.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a camping trip find themselves in a desperate fight for survival when they are targeted by a mysterious killer. As they are picked off one by one, they must uncover the identity of their tormentor and find a way to escape the terrifying ordeal.
Critical Reception
Chicken (2023) received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised its attempts at suspense and gore, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. The film struggled to stand out in the crowded horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a classic slasher setup but falls short due to an uninspired script.
Attempts at tension are undermined by weak character development and clichéd plot points.
While featuring some gory moments, the overall execution is amateurish.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with the film's lack of originality and suspense. Many viewers found it to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in the UK and utilizes a relatively unknown cast and crew, contributing to its independent and low-budget feel.
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