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Burial

2019Movie9 minEnglish

A young girl attempts to fulfill her senile grandfather's dying wish.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Ben ParkerGenres: Horror, Thriller, War

Plot Summary

In the final days of World War II, a small group of Soviet soldiers are tasked with escorting a mysterious woman, suspected of being a Nazi collaborator, to a remote Siberian prison. As they journey through a war-torn landscape, they are relentlessly pursued by unseen forces and sinister entities that seem to be linked to their captive. The mission becomes a desperate fight for survival against both the enemy and the supernatural.

Critical Reception

Burial received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many citing its slow pacing and underdeveloped plot. While some appreciated the atmosphere and the performances, the film was largely criticized for failing to deliver on its premise and for its reliance on horror tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and period setting.
  • Criticized for a convoluted plot that doesn't fully materialize.
  • Some noted the potential for a compelling story but felt it was ultimately wasted.

Google audience: Audience reception for Burial is scarce, with limited data available on Google reviews. Those that are present often mirror critical sentiments, highlighting a lack of clarity in the narrative and an unfulfilled potential.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in various parts of Eastern Europe to authentically capture the bleakness of the post-war landscape.

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