Assombro
Assombro

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Assombro

2022
Movie
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Portuguese

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users75%
Director: Diego Mu ilde;ozGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of young friends on a remote vacation in the Colombian mountains discover an ancient artifact that unleashes a terrifying supernatural entity. As the entity begins to pick them off one by one, they must race against time to uncover the artifact's dark history and find a way to appease or destroy the malevolent force before it consumes them all. The isolated setting and escalating dread amplify their fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Assombro received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and visual style, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally responded well to the scares and the unique cultural elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective jump scares and suspenseful atmosphere.

  • Commended for incorporating Colombian folklore into a modern horror narrative.

  • Some critics noted pacing issues in the second act.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's frightening moments and the authentic cultural setting. Many found it to be a solid entry in the supernatural horror genre, though a few wished for a more original storyline.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the Eje Cafetero region of Colombia, utilizing the dense forests and remote haciendas to enhance its eerie atmosphere.

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