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Sad to Die
Twenty-year-old Caro is looking for her friend Nath. To do this, she travels to various villages throughout the country. Along the way, Caro meets the young unemployed woman Noémie. She sends her on her way to Marseille.
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Plot Summary
A detective investigates a series of bizarre and seemingly unrelated deaths that plague a small town. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a chilling connection between the victims and a mysterious cult that worships a vengeful entity. The detective finds himself in a race against time to stop further bloodshed before he becomes the next target.
Critical Reception
Sad to Die received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot and uninspired execution. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre of the late 90s.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a weak script and predictable scares.
Despite a capable cast, the direction fails to elevate the material.
A derivative horror film that offers little originality.
Google audience: Audience feedback is scarce for this film, but what little exists suggests it was largely overlooked and did not resonate with viewers.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a relatively low budget, which reportedly led to several production challenges and limitations.
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