Nanny Hozu
Nanny Hozu

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Nanny Hozu

2023
Movie
90 min
Azerbaijani

Hozu tries himself in various business fields in this film. As he promised his mother, he will work in the newspaper where he has set his finger and by chance he comes across an advertisement "An old woman is looking for a nanny". Hozu keeps his promise and endures all the old woman's whims. Even though the old woman tries various ways to kick Hozu out of the house, Hozu easily overcomes all the difficulties.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Valerie PachnerGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a remote Austrian village, a nanny takes on a job caring for a young child in a peculiar household. As she begins to integrate into the family's life, unsettling events and strange occurrences begin to plague her, blurring the lines between reality and hallucination. She soon finds herself ensnared in a web of local folklore and dark secrets, questioning her own sanity as the unsettling atmosphere intensifies.

Critical Reception

Nanny Hozu received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its atmospheric tension and performances, while some found its pacing and narrative somewhat uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Noted for its effective use of folk horror elements.

  • Some found the plot to be slightly predictable or underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's unsettling mood and the commitment of its cast, particularly the lead actress. Some viewers felt the story could have been more fleshed out, but generally found it to be a suspenseful and engaging horror experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Film at the Sitges Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film draws inspiration from traditional Austrian folklore and superstitions, aiming to create a sense of unease rooted in cultural myth.

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