Hidden
Hidden

Movie spotlight

Hidden

2020
Movie
15 min
Kurdish

Assad a six-year-old child of rape, leaves his city with her mother. Not having ID and a father prevents him from getting into school

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Director: Emiel SandburgGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young couple, Eva and Johan, seek refuge in a rundown apartment building from a mysterious epidemic that has ravaged the country. As they try to survive, they discover that the building harbors its own dark secrets, including strange noises and unsettling occurrences that suggest they are not alone.

Critical Reception

Hidden received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its premise intriguing but ultimately failing to deliver a satisfying horror experience. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating its atmospheric tension while others criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt at creating a claustrophobic and tense atmosphere.

  • Criticized for relying on genre clichés and a derivative plot.

  • Some found the performances to be a highlight, despite the weak script.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Sweden, and despite being a Swedish production, it was released internationally with English dialogue, featuring a primarily Swedish cast.

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