The Children
The Children

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The Children

2014
Movie
32 min
French

A mother and her two children live in a house where a monster is locked up in the attic. They decide to flee and they take refuge in the woods. In the underbrush, they notice a light in the distance.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Google Users55%
Director: Tom ShanklandGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A family Christmas gathering at a remote countryside estate turns into a terrifying ordeal when the youngest children begin to exhibit disturbing and violent behavior. As the snowfall isolates the family, the parents must confront the horrifying reality that their children have become something monstrous. The chilling events escalate, revealing a sinister force at play within the unsuspecting family.

Critical Reception

The Children received mixed to positive reviews, often praised for its atmosphere and effective scares, though some critics found the plot predictable. It is generally considered a solid, if not groundbreaking, entry in the modern horror genre, appreciated for its grim tone and effective use of a confined setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and moments of genuine terror.

  • Criticized by some for a somewhat familiar premise and predictable plot.

  • Appreciated for its dark and grim tone.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many finding the film effectively creepy and suspenseful, particularly appreciating the unsettling premise. However, some viewers felt the film didn't fully live up to its potential, with a few noting that the story felt a bit predictable or that the ending was somewhat unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Suffolk, England, contributing to its isolated and bleak atmosphere.

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