Devil
Devil

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Devil

2022
Movie
35 min
Korean

On the day his second child is being born, Lord Choi falls from his horse. On the brink of death, he prays to a goblin and his life is spared. In exchange, the goblin declares that it will take Lord Choi’s daughter away on the day she turns sixteen, but Lord Choi will not give up his precious daughter so easily.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Nishanth S. MathruboothamGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends finds themselves trapped in an elevator with a mysterious stranger. As strange occurrences begin to unfold, they realize that one of them might be the devil himself, leading to a terrifying fight for survival. The film blends supernatural horror with psychological suspense, keeping the audience guessing about the true nature of the evil presence.

Critical Reception

Devil received mixed reviews from critics and audiences, with some praising its suspenseful atmosphere and decent performances, while others found the plot predictable and the horror elements uninspired. It gained some traction among horror enthusiasts for its concept, but didn't achieve widespread critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere within the confined elevator setting.

  • Criticized for relying on common horror tropes without significant innovation.

  • Performances were noted as a strong point, though sometimes undermined by the script.

Google audience: Audience reception for Devil is largely unavailable through aggregated Google user reviews, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film's primary setting within a single elevator was a deliberate choice to heighten claustrophobia and tension, forcing the characters and the audience to confront the unfolding horror in an inescapable space.

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