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Matakot Ka sa Karma
About an antique shop where the pieces of the furniture each have their own stories from the past. The new owners get their little piece of horror. Aleli purchases an antique bed, not realizing that its previous owner of the bed is out to claim her son. A couple purchased an antique cabinet where a young man died inside before. An independent woman gets a possessed dresser out to take her soul.
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Plot Summary
A group of young individuals finds themselves in a remote, dilapidated house with a dark past. As they explore the eerie surroundings, they unleash a vengeful spirit tied to the house's tragic history. Strange occurrences and escalating terror plague them as they try to uncover the truth and escape the supernatural entity before it consumes them all.
Critical Reception
Matakot Ka sa Karma was generally received as a standard Filipino horror film of its era, offering jump scares and a supernatural revenge plot. While it aimed for thrills, it was often criticized for predictable elements and pacing issues, though some praised its atmosphere and performances, particularly Rica Peralejo's.
What Reviewers Say
Relies on traditional horror tropes for scares.
Atmospheric, but sometimes suffers from predictable plot points.
Features decent performances from its lead cast.
Google audience: Audience reception information for 'Matakot Ka sa Karma' is not readily available through Google reviews. However, typical comments on Filipino horror films from this period often highlight a mix of appreciation for local productions and critiques regarding script originality and special effects.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of Filipino horror movies in the mid-2000s that aimed to revive the genre with contemporary themes and visual styles.
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