What's Behind You
What's Behind You

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What's Behind You

2023
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Mandarin

The movie tells the story of a debt-ridden coffin shop owner who took the opportunity to make money during a funeral in rural Guanzhong, which triggered a series of unexpected and absurd humorous events

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: David H. BrooksGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip find themselves stalked by a mysterious and terrifying entity in the woods. As they try to escape, they uncover a dark secret connected to the land they are on. Their fight for survival becomes a desperate race against time as the supernatural force closes in.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often pointing to its derivative plot and underdeveloped characters. While some praised the atmosphere and jump scares, many found it failed to offer anything new to the horror genre. Audience reception was similarly divided.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often relies on familiar horror tropes without adding significant innovation.

  • Some effectiveness in building tension and delivering scares, but inconsistent pacing.

  • Performances and character development are frequently cited as weak points.

Google audience: Audience reviews were largely unimpressed, with many viewers finding the film predictable and lacking originality. Some appreciated the attempt at a suspenseful atmosphere, but the majority felt it did not stand out from other low-budget horror offerings.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of its production taking place in remote wooded areas to enhance the isolated and claustrophobic feel.

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