The Hollow
The Hollow

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The Hollow

2007
Movie
107 min
Russian

Yar is a place that keeps people, and they can't part with it. If they leave, they will die. The only one who wants to escape from the Yar is our main character Karev. But leaving the Yar, he thereby breaks with all traditional values, and unwittingly becomes the cause of the death of people dear to him...

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IMDb3.4/10
Director: Jonathan L. CarrollGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of British tourists on holiday in Greece find themselves trapped in a remote village plagued by a series of gruesome murders. As they investigate the sinister events, they uncover a dark secret that connects the present-day killings to ancient folklore and a malevolent entity. The tourists must race against time to escape the village before they become the next victims.

Critical Reception

The film received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on jump scares over genuine suspense. Audiences also found it to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its derivative plot and lack of originality.

  • Relies heavily on gratuitous violence and gore rather than building atmosphere.

  • Fails to deliver on its promise of a compelling mystery or effective horror.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Greece, with the production aiming to leverage the country's atmospheric landscapes to enhance the horror elements.

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