Dolls
Dolls

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Dolls

2025
Movie
19 min
English

Yan, a junior private investigator, goes undercover to attend a dating workshop for trans women.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic76/100
Google Users82%
Director: Guadagnino, LucaGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a remote Italian villa, a group of estranged siblings gathers for the reading of their late father's will. As they delve into his peculiar collection of antique dolls, they uncover dark family secrets and realize they are not alone. The dolls seem to possess a sinister consciousness, turning the siblings' reunion into a terrifying battle for survival against their inherited past.

Critical Reception

The film has garnered significant buzz for its atmospheric tension and unsettling imagery, with critics praising Luca Guadagnino's distinctive visual style. While some found the pacing deliberate, the overall consensus points to a chilling and artful horror experience that lingers long after the credits roll.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning and deeply unsettling with a palpable sense of dread.

  • Guadagnino masterfully blends psychological horror with a gothic atmosphere.

  • The film's slow-burn tension and ambiguous scares are highly effective.

Google audience: Audiences have lauded the film's haunting visuals and intense atmosphere, with many appreciating its sophisticated approach to horror. Some viewers noted that the narrative's deliberate pace might not appeal to all, but the majority found the film to be a captivating and disturbing work.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Venice Film Festival. Won Best Horror Film at the Sitges Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The antique dolls used in the film were sourced from private collectors across Europe, with several dating back to the 18th century, and were rumored to have unsettling histories of their own.

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