Nails

A single mother, Anna, is trapped in her apartment with her newborn daughter when a mysterious, aggressive presence begins to stalk them. As the entity's attacks escalate, Anna must find a way to protect her child from the unseen danger that seems determined to break through the walls.

Nails (2020) received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its atmospheric tension and a strong central performance, some found its pacing uneven and its plot somewhat predictable within the horror genre.

• Praised for its claustrophobic atmosphere and suspense.

• Shauna Macdonald's performance as the besieged mother was a standout.

• Some viewers found the story to be derivative of other home-invasion horror films.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Nails (2020) were largely divided, with some appreciating its intense, psychological horror elements and the effective portrayal of maternal fear. Others felt the film struggled to offer anything particularly new to the genre, and the jump scares were not always effective.

The film was shot entirely on location within a single apartment building to enhance the sense of confinement and paranoia.