Murder Sisters
Murder Sisters

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Murder Sisters

2011
Movie
74 min
German

After 20 years in prison, the former angel of death at Lainz hospital has been released, and she now works in the Prater amusement park, at a restaurant that specializes in roast knuckle of pork. Observing the guests and how they behave reawaken old emotions, and she poisons a pork knuckle to punish the happy people. The movie audience can use their remote control devices to decide who dies.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Kevin TenneyGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Two estranged sisters, one a successful but troubled writer and the other a struggling actress, are drawn back together when a series of brutal murders rocks their hometown. As they delve into the investigation, they uncover dark family secrets and realize the killer might be closer than they think. The sisters must confront their past and work together to survive.

Critical Reception

Murder Sisters received a generally negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its formulaic plot and inconsistent pacing. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, with some praising the attempt at a suspenseful thriller while others found it unoriginal and lacking in genuine scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to deliver a compelling mystery, often relying on tired genre tropes.

  • Performances are serviceable but can't overcome the weak script.

  • The pacing issues and predictable twists detract from any potential suspense.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed to negative sentiment, with viewers often citing a lack of originality and a predictable narrative as major drawbacks.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Kevin Tenney, known for his work in the horror genre, including 'Night of the Living Dead 3D' and 'Witchcraft X'.

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