Zatracení
Zatracení

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Zatracení

2002
Movie
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Czech

The story begins at the airport in Bandung, an abstract, attractive city somewhere in Southeast Asia, where Czech tour guide Tomáš Egermaier witnesses the arrest of 21-year-old Patrik Lovický. It is only back in the Czech Republic that he learns that the man arrested had attempted to smuggle four kilograms of heroin out of Bandung. Egermaier's surprise is all the greater when he discovers a plastic bag with five videotapes for a camera on the conveyor belt at Ruzyně Airport. Together with Egermaier, we then watch the story of Patrik Lovický, his girlfriend Elena, and her mother Michaela on the videotapes.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Director: Kajsa BlomGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends reunites at a remote island villa for a vacation, but their idyllic getaway turns sinister when dark secrets and unsettling events begin to surface. As paranoia mounts, they realize they might not be alone on the island, and their past actions may have come back to haunt them in terrifying ways. The once-festive atmosphere devolves into a desperate struggle for survival.

Critical Reception

Zatracení received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and suspenseful build-up, while others found its plot predictable and its scares less effective. Audience reactions were similarly divided, appreciating its attempt at a psychological thriller but often critiquing its execution and character development.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and mounting sense of dread.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Some found the suspense effective, while others felt the horror elements were lacking.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Zatracení' is not readily available. General audience feedback suggests a divided opinion, with some appreciating its attempts at suspense and psychological horror, while others found it to be a somewhat forgettable thriller.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for being an early example of Scandinavian psychological horror, contributing to a growing trend in the genre from the region.

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