Remedy
Remedy

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Remedy

1983
Movie
88 min
Turkish

A midwife is caught in a snowstorm on the way to Anatolia and forced to spend four months in an isolated village., where she’s soon tending sick children and delivering babies.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Atsushi YamatoyaGenres: Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

The film tells the story of a young woman who takes a job in a clinic and becomes involved in a series of disturbing events. As she delves deeper into the clinic's secrets, she uncovers a horrifying truth about the treatments being administered and the fate of the patients. The narrative explores themes of desperation, exploitation, and the dark side of the medical profession.

Critical Reception

Remedy is a cult classic known for its unsettling atmosphere and graphic content. It received mixed reviews upon release, with some critics praising its unique style and disturbing narrative, while others found it too extreme. Over time, it has gained a following among fans of cult horror and experimental cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its disturbing and unique horror elements.

  • Criticized for its extreme gore and bleak themes.

  • Considered a cult film with a devoted, albeit niche, following.

Google audience: Information not readily available for this cult film.

Fun Fact

Remedy is a rare example of Japanese exploitation cinema from the early 1980s, often categorized under the 'pink film' genre but with a more pronounced horror influence.

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