Movie spotlight
Tarot: Cautionary Tales
Come learn life lessons from five people still doing sketch in their thirties. A new show from Tarot, creators of 2019's fifth best reviewed show, Chortle's No 1 show of 2019 and stars of their own Radio 4 sketch show, Soundbleed. Tarot is the lovechild of Goose and Gein's Family Giftshop. By which we mean it's a drain on our bank accounts and we don't talk to our parents about it.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends delves into the dark history of a mysterious tarot deck, only to find themselves trapped in a terrifying reality where the cards dictate their fates. As sinister prophecies begin to unfold, they must confront their deepest fears and uncover the deck's cursed origins before it consumes them all.
Critical Reception
Tarot: Cautionary Tales received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many citing a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. However, some reviewers acknowledged the film's atmospheric tension and creative visual elements, particularly its use of the tarot card symbolism.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its visual style and attempt at atmosphere.
Criticized for a familiar premise and a lack of genuine scares.
The film struggles with pacing and character development.
Google audience: Google users found the movie's concept intriguing but ultimately disappointing, with many expressing that the film failed to deliver on its horror potential and felt underdeveloped. Some viewers appreciated the effort in creating a suspenseful mood, but the majority felt it was an uninspired entry in the genre.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Jason Bogni, stated in an interview that the entire tarot deck used in the movie was custom-designed and created specifically for the production.
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