Smile
During a glory night where she gets a prize for her performance as an actress, Françoise walks around radiant in the warm light that the eyes of the others cast. She glows in a dress, which fits her like a glove. Back home, the dress zipper resists. The lack of any help at hand suddenly gives her the extent of her loneliness.
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Plot Summary
After witnessing a bizarre, traumatic incident involving a patient, Dr. Rose Cotter begins experiencing frightening hallucinations and disturbing occurrences. As the terrifying events escalate, she must confront her troubling past to survive a malevolent entity that feeds on trauma and spreads through horrifying smiles. Rose races against time to find an escape from her new reality before her own sanity unravels completely.
Critical Reception
Smile was a commercial success, exceeding box office expectations and drawing generally positive reviews from critics. It was praised for its effective scares, unsettling atmosphere, and strong central performance, though some critics found the plot derivative of other horror films.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its genuinely terrifying jump scares and unsettling atmosphere.
- Sosie Bacon's performance as the protagonist is frequently highlighted as a strength.
- Some found the plot predictable, relying on familiar horror tropes.
Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's scares and suspenseful storytelling, finding it a satisfying entry in the modern horror genre. Many enjoyed the creepy visuals and the overall tension built throughout the movie.
Fun Fact
The film 'Smile' originated from Parker Finn's 2020 short film 'Laura Hasn't Slept', which shares thematic and stylistic elements with the feature.
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