Octopus
Octopus

Octopus

2015Movie25 minJapanese

Squid have 10 legs. Octopuses have 8 legs. Added together, that’s 18 legs.

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IMDb3.8/10
Director: Julio HernandoGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of young friends on vacation in a remote cabin discover a hidden, disturbing secret about the property's past. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they unleash an ancient evil that begins to hunt them one by one. They must race against time to uncover the truth and find a way to survive the terrifying entity.

Critical Reception

Octopus received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares uninspired. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some acknowledging the attempt at suspense but ultimately deeming it a forgettable horror flick.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with pacing and relies too heavily on jump scares.
  • Lacks originality and fails to deliver a compelling narrative.
  • Performances are uneven and do little to elevate the weak script.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a general disappointment with the movie, with many finding it to be a low-budget horror film that doesn't offer much in terms of scares or story. Some viewers felt it was predictable and failed to live up to its potential.

Fun Fact

Despite its horror genre, the film was reportedly shot on a very limited budget, with much of the cast and crew being friends of the director.

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