Blind Audition
Blind Audition

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Blind Audition

2017
Movie
18 min
German

Since a few years the violinists Ari and Ron are a couple. As they both get the invitation of an orchestra to audition for the solo part they get into direct competition . Their mutual trust is put on a hard test when Ron gets an temptating offer from the conductor of the orchestra.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users85%
Director: Fede AlvarezGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of friends breaks into the house of a blind veteran intending to rob him, believing it will be an easy score. However, their plan quickly goes awry when they discover the man is not as helpless as he seems. Trapped inside, they must fight for their lives against a terrifying adversary in a deadly game of cat and mouse.

Critical Reception

Don't Breathe received critical acclaim, with praise directed at its suspenseful atmosphere, direction, and performances, particularly from Stephen Lang. Audiences also responded positively to its tension and originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense suspense and claustrophobic atmosphere.

  • Stephen Lang's performance as the blind antagonist was widely commended.

  • Applauded for its clever premise and effective execution of horror tropes.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be incredibly tense and suspenseful, often describing it as a thrilling and scary experience. Many viewers appreciated the unique premise and the strong performances, though some found certain plot points to be unbelievable.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Horror Film at the 2017 Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

Director Fede Álvarez intentionally designed the house to be a character in itself, creating a maze-like structure that enhances the suspense and traps the characters.

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