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Cough
Food shortages during a pandemic force recently widowed George to stray far from home to survive. A simple purchase of rations derails when George stumbles upon a Shopkeeper's secret, placing them in mortal jeopardy.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a road trip discover a desolate town where the inhabitants are suffering from a mysterious, deadly illness that causes them to cough uncontrollably. As they try to escape, they realize the town has a dark secret and the "cough" is far more sinister than they imagined.
Critical Reception
Cough received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many citing its predictable plot and lack of originality. However, some praised its atmosphere and tension, while audiences found it a decent, albeit forgettable, low-budget horror flick.
What Reviewers Say
A slow-burn horror with a creepy atmosphere.
Relies on familiar horror tropes without much innovation.
Offers some suspense but ultimately falls short.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely indicate a polarizing experience, with some viewers finding it a competently made B-movie horror while others felt it was derivative and lacked significant impact.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Los Angeles, California, using a low-budget independent production model.
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