Clinical
Clinical

Clinical

2017Movie104 minEnglish

A psychiatrist tries to put her life back together after a violent attack by seeking to repair the life of a new patient, but he has his own terrifying history.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Anders Rønnow KlarlundGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A psychologist moves into a mysterious, isolated house where her husband died, only to discover that the house's dark past is intrinsically linked to her own. As she delves deeper into the supernatural occurrences, she uncovers a horrifying truth about the property and its previous inhabitants. The line between her sanity and the spectral presence blurs, leading to a terrifying confrontation with the unknown.

Critical Reception

Clinical received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and Vinessa Shaw's performance, while others criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped scares. Audience reception was similarly divided, with horror fans appreciating its attempt at psychological dread but many finding it lacking in originality and genuine thrills.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric build-up and unsettling mood.
  • Criticized for a predictable storyline that relies on common horror tropes.
  • Vinessa Shaw's performance was highlighted as a strong point in an otherwise uneven film.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally unimpressed, with common complaints about the film's slow pacing and lack of effective jump scares. Some viewers found the psychological elements intriguing, but the overall consensus leans towards disappointment.

Fun Fact

The film's isolated setting and eerie atmosphere were deliberately chosen to enhance the sense of dread and psychological horror.

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