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Supermarket
Ramzi is a principled musician who lives in his inlaws house. He plays the piano in a resort to make a living. When his sister in law, who hates music, kicks him out, he moves back to his mother's department, and meets Amira, a childhood friend
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Plot Summary
A group of young people working at a supermarket become the targets of a masked killer. As the bodies pile up, the remaining survivors must band together to uncover the killer's identity and escape the store before they all meet a gruesome end.
Critical Reception
Supermarket is a low-budget independent horror-comedy that garnered a cult following for its over-the-top gore and campy humor. While critically panned upon its initial release for its B-movie production values and often amateurish performances, it has since been appreciated by fans of the genre for its unique blend of slasher tropes and dark comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its surprisingly effective gore effects and dark humor.
Criticized for its weak plot and inconsistent acting.
Regarded as a fun, albeit schlocky, entry in the slasher subgenre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally mixed, with some appreciating its cult status and campy nature, while others found it to be too low-budget and lacking in suspense.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on 16mm film and made on a shoestring budget, contributing to its distinct lo-fi aesthetic.
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