Consume
Consume

Movie spotlight

Consume

2024
Movie
12 min
English

After giving into temptation, a young woman attempts to conceal her sins from her family.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users75%
Director: Greg KriekGenres: Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future, a desperate woman named Anya agrees to be a subject in a radical new medical trial. The procedure promises to cure all ailments but instead unleashes a terrifying, parasitic organism that begins to consume its host from the inside out. Anya must fight for survival as she battles not only the grotesque transformation but also the shadowy corporation behind the experiment.

Critical Reception

Consume has garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and disturbing body horror elements, while some found the plot predictable. The performances, particularly from Tanya D'Souza, have been highlighted as a strong point.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense and visceral horror sequences.

  • Commended for its bleak yet compelling portrayal of corporate greed.

  • Some critics noted that the film treads familiar ground within the sci-fi horror genre.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a chilling and effective horror experience, appreciating its unique creature design and tense pacing. Some viewers expressed that the ending felt a bit rushed, but overall satisfaction was high.

Fun Fact

The distinctive parasitic organism in 'Consume' was developed through a combination of practical effects and CGI, with director Greg Kriek aiming for a tangible, unsettling feel.

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