Knock Knock
Knock Knock

Knock Knock

2015Movie99 minEnglish

When a devoted husband and father is left home alone for the weekend, two stranded young women unexpectedly knock on his door for help. What starts out as a kind gesture results in a dangerous seduction and a deadly game of cat and mouse.

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IMDb4.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users45%
Director: Eli RothGenres: Thriller, Horror, Erotic Thriller

Plot Summary

A devoted family man, Evan Webber, is left home alone for the weekend. His life takes a dangerous turn when two alluring young women, Genesis and Bel, appear at his door seeking help. What begins as a seemingly innocent encounter quickly escalates into a night of seduction and manipulation, pushing Evan into a terrifying game of survival as his world unravels.

Critical Reception

Knock Knock received largely negative reviews from critics, who often criticized its script, predictable plot, and reliance on genre tropes. While some acknowledged its attempt at erotic thriller elements, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of originality and effectiveness in its execution. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film uninspired.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is often cited for its weak and unconvincing narrative.
  • Critics frequently pointed out the lack of genuine suspense or originality.
  • The performances were sometimes highlighted as a detriment to the already flawed script.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be disappointing, with many expressing that it was predictable and lacked compelling characters or plot development. Some viewers felt it failed to deliver on its erotic thriller premise, while others were critical of the acting and overall execution.

Fun Fact

Director Eli Roth stated that the film was inspired by the 1977 film 'Death Game', also known as 'The Bitch'. He also mentioned that the initial script was much darker and more violent, but it was toned down to achieve a wider audience rating.

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Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

I get the movie. The movie is just not that good. It's pretty much a soft core bad porn movie.
Filipe Manuel Neto

Filipe Manuel Ne...

**Finally, Roth gives us something of value: even with its flaws, this film entertains its audience and works nicely.** Many years ago, a film came out where a pair of young seductresses managed to sneak into the home of a middle-aged ri...
John Chard

John Chard

Just say no! Eli Roth directs and co-writes the screenplay with Nicolás López and Guillermo Amoedo. It stars Keanu Reeves, Lorenza Izzo and Ana de Armas. Music is by Manuel Riveiro and cinematography by Antonio Quercia. Reeves plays ...
Reno

Reno

> Be cautious of the two slices of the free pizza delivered to your doorstep. Another flick that sets in an isolated place with the limited cast. A low budget film, which was a remake of the 'Death Game'. After playing a strong character...