Odious
Odious

Odious

2017Movie0English

When recovering alcoholic Joe McNeal's nephew is abducted, his personal investigation leads him to powerhouse undercover African American Detective Marcus Knight. Together, they take on LA's seedy underbelly of child sex trafficking.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Manny PérezGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple, haunted by a disturbing past, seeks refuge in an isolated cabin. However, their attempts to escape their demons are futile as a malevolent entity begins to torment them. The cabin's dark history becomes intertwined with their own, forcing them to confront unspeakable horrors that threaten their sanity and their lives.

Critical Reception

Odious is a low-budget independent horror film that garnered a mixed reception. While some praised its atmospheric tension and attempts at psychological horror, many critics pointed to its derivative plot and inconsistent pacing as significant drawbacks. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its raw, gritty approach to the genre, while others found it lacking in originality and scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brooding atmosphere and effective sound design.
  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.
  • The film struggles to deliver genuine scares, relying too heavily on jump scares and familiar horror tropes.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in a remote cabin, adding to its claustrophobic atmosphere, and was primarily made with a very limited budget.

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