Confinement
Confinement

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Confinement

2022
Movie
110 min
English

Chris Taro is sentenced to twenty five years in prison for aggravated robbery and felony murder. Placed in solitary confinement, he must find a way to cope within the 8 by 10 box he now resides in.

Insights

IMDb4.6/10
Director: Malik BaderGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman is locked inside her apartment during a home invasion and must fight for her life against the intruders. As the situation escalates, she discovers a dark secret about her building that might be her only hope for survival.

Critical Reception

Confinement received a generally negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its predictable plot and reliance on jump scares. Audience scores were slightly more favorable, appreciating the film's tension despite its narrative shortcomings.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moments of suspense and effective use of a confined setting.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Relies heavily on standard horror tropes and jump scares.

Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some appreciating the film's ability to build tension and deliver scares, while others found it to be a generic horror entry with a weak story.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location within a single apartment building to enhance the claustrophobic atmosphere.

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