Polaroid

A high school loner discovers a vintage Polaroid camera, but soon realizes that it holds a dark secret. Anyone who has their picture taken by the camera is mysteriously and violently killed, with the manner of their death foreshadowed in the chilling images. As the bodies begin to pile up, she must race against time to solve the mystery of the cursed camera before she, and her friends, become its next victims.

Polaroid received generally negative reviews from critics, with many citing its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on jump scares as significant drawbacks. Audiences also expressed disappointment, finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the supernatural horror genre.

• Relies too heavily on cheap jump scares and familiar horror tropes.

• Lacks originality and fails to build suspense effectively.

• The premise is intriguing but ultimately squandered by a weak execution.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally point to a disappointing and uninspired horror film. Many viewers found the story predictable and the characters unengaging, leading to a lack of investment in the outcome. Despite a somewhat interesting premise, the film fails to deliver on its potential, leaving audiences underwhelmed.

The film is based on a 2015 short film of the same name, also directed by Lars Klevberg.