The Chosen: Forbidden Cave
The Chosen: Forbidden Cave

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The Chosen: Forbidden Cave

2015
Movie
105 min
Korean

Jin-Myung is a psychiatrist and exorcist. With his assistant, Ji-Kwang, they attempt an exorcism on Geum-Joo. She suffers from a bizarre phenomenon. They then face a powerful existence within Geum-Joo. Extreme horror arises out of her.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Jang Hang-junGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of individuals ventures into a mysterious cave rumored to be cursed, seeking to uncover its secrets. As they delve deeper, they encounter supernatural phenomena and disturbing events that test their sanity and their bonds. The cave's dark past begins to unravel, revealing a terrifying truth that threatens to consume them all.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares unoriginal. While some praised the atmospheric tension and performances, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a fresh or compelling horror experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempts at building suspense and atmosphere.

  • Criticized for relying on common horror tropes and a convoluted plot.

  • Performances were noted, but couldn't salvage the overall narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a lukewarm reception, with many viewers finding the film to be an average horror offering that doesn't stand out.

Fun Fact

The film's production faced challenges in recreating the claustrophobic and eerie atmosphere of the titular forbidden cave.

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