Voodoo Doll
Voodoo Doll

Voodoo Doll

2017Movie87 minVietnamese

After a long delay, the Doll returned to the box office race under the new name Linh Duyen: The Secret From Doll. The work of the couple director Vo Ngoc - Hanh Nhan impressed when bringing a story full of ghostly and scary about the subject of cursed figures and the principles surrounding the law of cause and effect.

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IMDb3.8/10
Director: Jason B. MillerGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a weekend getaway in the woods discover an ancient voodoo doll that unleashes a terrifying curse. As they try to survive the supernatural attacks, they must uncover the doll's dark history and find a way to break its hold before they are all consumed by its evil.

Critical Reception

Voodoo Doll received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences, primarily being criticized for its predictable plot and low-budget execution. While some viewers found its jump scares effective, others felt the film relied too heavily on horror clichés without offering anything new to the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to capitalize on the popularity of cursed object horror but falls short due to its uninspired narrative.
  • Performances are generally weak, failing to elevate the standard horror tropes present.
  • Despite some attempt at atmosphere, the low production value detracts significantly from the overall viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reception for Voodoo Doll is largely unimpressed, with viewers citing a lack of originality and poor execution as major drawbacks. Many found the film to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre.

Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film's plot involves a voodoo doll, but its specific narrative and lore do not strictly adhere to traditional Voodoo practices, often opting for a more generalized 'cursed object' trope.

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