Beauty Mark
Beauty Mark

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Beauty Mark

2017
Movie
87 min
English

Angie, a poverty-stricken young mother, is taking care of her son and alcoholic mother when she is evicted from her house. Now she has to get money from the only person she knows with any - the man who abused her as a child.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Damien McDevittGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman named Sarah inherits a remote cottage from her estranged father. Upon arrival, she discovers unsettling secrets about her family's past and a dark ritual connected to a mysterious birthmark. As she delves deeper, Sarah uncovers a terrifying truth about her own identity and the malevolent forces that have been lurking within the property.

Critical Reception

Beauty Mark received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing out its slow pacing and derivative plot elements. Some acknowledged the film's atmospheric tension and a few performances, but it was largely criticized for not bringing enough originality to the supernatural horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric build-up and visual style.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.

  • Some found the reliance on jump scares to be a weak point.

Google audience: Audience reviews for "Beauty Mark" are scarce, but those available generally reflect a sense of disappointment, with viewers often citing a lack of originality and an uninspired plot as major drawbacks. The film's potential for suspense was noted by some, but it ultimately failed to leave a lasting positive impression on most.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget in rural Ireland, with the isolated setting contributing significantly to its intended eerie atmosphere.

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