Underwater
Underwater

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Underwater

2016
Movie
18 min
French

A police team has wired the apartment of the prime suspect in a dark serial crimes case. While there is only 6 hours left to prove his guilt, Commissioner Delattre asks Jeanne Clairsen, who works as a 'golden ear' in the Navy, to help them. Jeanne is going to embark on a sound hunt in order to prove the presence of a new victim kept captive in the suspect's home.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes47%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users61%
Director: William EubankGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A team of scientists working in a subterranean facility at the bottom of the Mariana Trench must fight for survival when an earthquake destroys their station. As they attempt to reach the surface, they encounter a terrifying deep-sea creature. The film follows their desperate struggle against the crushing depths and the unknown horrors that lurk within.

Critical Reception

Underwater received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who generally praised its atmosphere, visual effects, and Kristen Stewart's performance. However, some found the plot predictable and the creature's design less effective than the mounting tension.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and claustrophobic setting.

  • Kristen Stewart's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some critics found the story derivative of other sci-fi horror films.

Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Underwater' to be a suspenseful and visually engaging sci-fi horror film, appreciating the intense atmosphere and action. While many enjoyed the creature feature elements and the strong lead performance, a portion of viewers felt the plot lacked originality.

Fun Fact

The film's director, William Eubank, initially envisioned 'Underwater' as a found-footage film before deciding on a more traditional narrative approach.

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