Conditions Apply
Conditions Apply

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Conditions Apply

2016
Movie
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Bengali

After her sexual orientation is revealed, a successful actress in the Indian film industry struggles against stigma, forcing her to embark upon a journey of change on every level - physical, emotional, spiritual and social.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Ben YoungGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Chloe, takes a job as a live-in caretaker for an elderly, wealthy woman in a secluded mansion. As she begins to settle in, Chloe uncovers dark secrets about her employer and the isolated estate. Strange occurrences and a growing sense of dread suggest that she might not be alone and that her new position comes with terrifying conditions.

Critical Reception

Conditions Apply received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance. Some found the plot predictable, while others praised its suspenseful build-up and effective scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective use of suspense and its gothic atmosphere.

  • Ashleigh Cummings delivers a compelling performance as the isolated protagonist.

  • Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat derivative of other home invasion or gothic horror tropes.

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Fun Fact

Although often listed as 'Conditions Apply', the film is also known internationally by the title 'Hounds of Love', which was its original intended title and the one it was released under in some territories.

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