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The Delicious
A conservative yuppie banker finds an unusual piece of clothing in his closet and tries it on. Soon, it has taken over his life.
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Plot Summary
A group of teenagers on a road trip get into a car accident and find themselves trapped in a mysterious, isolated town. As they try to find help, they realize the town's inhabitants have a sinister secret and a terrifying hunger. The survivors must uncover the truth and escape before they become the next meal.
Critical Reception
The Delicious received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences, with many citing its derivative plot, poor execution, and lack of originality. It is generally considered a forgettable entry in the early 2000s horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
Critics found the film to be a generic horror flick with predictable scares.
The plot was often described as nonsensical and poorly developed.
Performances were generally seen as uninspired.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available indicate a general disappointment with the film's lack of originality and scares.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Parasite' before being changed to 'The Delicious' and later 'Freaks'.
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