Malvadez
Malvadez

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Malvadez

1990
Movie
55 min
Portuguese

Coming from Fundão to Lisboa where he did conscription service, Matias found that the reality of the big city is not exactly how he remembers

Insights

IMDb4.9/10
Director: Javier ElorrietaGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a trip to the countryside finds themselves trapped in a remote village with a dark secret. As strange occurrences begin to plague them, they uncover a sinister cult and a malevolent force that seeks to claim their lives. The dwindling survivors must race against time to escape the village before they become the next victims of Malvadez.

Critical Reception

Malvadez received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its predictable plot and reliance on horror tropes. However, some appreciated its atmospheric tension and the performances of its cast, particularly Ana Obregón. Audiences were divided, with some enjoying the horror elements while others found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers moments of suspense but ultimately falls short due to a derivative storyline.

  • The film struggles to distinguish itself within the crowded horror genre.

  • Performances are adequate, but cannot salvage the weak narrative.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce for this film, making it difficult to ascertain a definitive consensus. However, available comments suggest a polarized reception, with some viewers finding it a decent, albeit unspectacular, horror flick, while others found it lacking in originality and impact.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of Spanish horror films in the late 80s and early 90s that often struggled to gain international recognition.

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