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La Sesión
Ariel goes to therapy and talks to his psychologist. In the course of the session he talks about his mother and his ex-boyfriend, whom he last saw due to an argument in which Ariel didn't recognize him as his boyfriend in front of his mother.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends gathers for a séance that takes a terrifying turn when they accidentally summon a malevolent entity. As the night progresses, they realize they are trapped with the entity, which begins to prey on their deepest fears and darkest secrets. They must find a way to survive the night and banish the spirit before it consumes them entirely.
Critical Reception
La Sesión (The Session) is a low-budget Spanish horror film that garnered some attention on the festival circuit for its suspenseful atmosphere and effective jump scares. While praised for its ambition and tension-building, some critics noted pacing issues and a predictable plot. Audience reception has been mixed, with fans of the genre appreciating its commitment to classic horror tropes, while others found it derivative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its claustrophobic atmosphere and effective use of tension.
Criticized for relying on familiar horror clichés and occasionally slow pacing.
Noted for its commitment to delivering genuine scares on a modest budget.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for 'La Sesión', but those available suggest a division between viewers who enjoyed its suspenseful build-up and frightening moments, and those who found the plot predictable and derivative of other supernatural horror films.
Fun Fact
The film was shot primarily in a single, dimly lit location to enhance its claustrophobic and unsettling atmosphere on a limited budget.
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