Flesh
Flesh

Flesh

2017Movie97 minEnglish

Brothers Alonzo and Casper run their city from different points of the spectrum with Alonzo serving as the Chief of Police and Casper the biggest street king in the city. When their youngest brother Nick returns home he's immediately drawn into the middle of the brother's feud and an even bigger threat as the seductive Eve threatens Casper's empire with her growing human trafficking business. With the brothers now caught between the cartel and the law they must decide if blood is thicker than water in this story of loyalty, betrayal, and the ultimate sacrifice.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users70%
Director: Mike FlanaganGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of teenagers discover a strange, pulsating mass in the woods that appears to be a gateway to another dimension. As they experiment with it, they begin to experience disturbing visions and their personalities start to change. The mass seems to be feeding on their fears and desires, slowly driving them to madness and violence.

Critical Reception

Flesh received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and unsettling premise. Some found the pacing to be slow at times, and the ending divisive. Audiences were generally divided, with some appreciating its unique horror elements and others finding it too abstract.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its eerie atmosphere and psychological dread.
  • Appreciated for its unique concept and unsettling imagery.
  • Some critics noted that the film's ambiguity might alienate certain viewers.

Google audience: Google users generally found "Flesh" to be an interesting and creepy horror film, with many highlighting its suspenseful build-up and effective scares. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit confusing or the ending didn't fully satisfy, but overall, it was seen as a solid entry in the genre.

Fun Fact

While not widely publicized, the film's ambiguous nature and creature design were heavily inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's cosmic horror stories.

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