You're Not Supposed to Be Here
You're Not Supposed to Be Here

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You're Not Supposed to Be Here

2023
Movie
88 min
English

Pregnant couple Zoe and Kennedy are offered a vacation from their stressful lives when Kennedy’s boss gives them a key to a cabin in the woods.

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Google Users50%
Director: Gigi GastonGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A couple, reeling from the loss of their child, escape to a remote cabin in the woods. Their grief turns to terror when they discover unsettling clues suggesting they are not alone and that the cabin holds a dark, hidden history. As the lines between reality and nightmare blur, they must confront a terrifying presence that threatens their sanity and survival.

Critical Reception

Critical reception for 'You're Not Supposed to Be Here' has been mixed to negative. While some praised its atmospheric tension and attempts at psychological horror, many critics found the plot predictable and the scares unoriginal. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the dark themes and others deeming it a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and initial build-up of dread.

  • Criticized for relying on familiar horror tropes and a convoluted plot.

  • Performances were noted as a highlight, though unable to salvage the film entirely.

Google audience: Google users expressed disappointment with the film's pacing and predictable scares, though some appreciated the darker themes and the performances of the lead actors. Many felt the movie failed to deliver a satisfying conclusion.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a remote cabin in the Pacific Northwest, contributing to its isolated and eerie atmosphere.

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