In the Box
In the Box

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In the Box

2015
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Italian

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: F.C. RandazzoGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends ventures into an abandoned asylum, seeking thrills and a possible shortcut to fame through a viral video. As they explore the dilapidated halls, they uncover a dark secret and become trapped by a sinister entity. Their quest for online notoriety devolves into a desperate fight for survival against the malevolent forces within the asylum walls.

Critical Reception

In the Box received generally negative reviews from critics and audiences, often cited for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged its attempts at suspense, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of originality in the found-footage horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality and relies heavily on common horror tropes.

  • The found-footage style does little to enhance the suspense.

  • Character motivations and plot progression are often weak.

Google audience: Audience reviews for In the Box are scarce, but available commentary often highlights the film's low budget and derivative nature, failing to offer a fresh take on the haunted asylum subgenre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily in an actual abandoned asylum, adding to the eerie atmosphere but also posing logistical challenges for the production.

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