Emma Wants to Live
Emma Wants to Live

Emma Wants to Live

2016Movie45 minDutch

This is a Dutch documentary about the last weeks of life in a Portuguese clinic for Emma Caris, a 18 year old girl who had been suffering anorexia nervosa since she was 16 years old.

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IMDb3.8/10
Director: David R. RotmanGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman named Emma is plagued by disturbing nightmares and unsettling visions after a traumatic event. As her reality blurs with her terrifying subconscious, she must confront a dark entity that seems intent on consuming her life. Her struggle for survival becomes a desperate battle against forces that defy rational explanation.

Critical Reception

Emma Wants to Live received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the atmospheric horror elements, many found the film failed to deliver a truly original or engaging narrative. Audience scores were similarly divided, with some viewers finding it a serviceable low-budget horror flick.

What Reviewers Say

  • Presents a potentially interesting premise but struggles with execution.
  • Relies on common horror tropes without adding significant innovation.
  • The film's atmosphere is its strongest element, but it's not enough to sustain the narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a polarized view, with some finding it a decent, albeit forgettable, horror film, while others were disappointed by its lack of originality and weak storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very limited budget, with much of the production relying on independent funding and a dedicated crew working with minimal resources.

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