Prey
A young woman falls in love with a shoplifter in her family's convenience store, setting off a series of mishaps involving a lost doll, a loaded gun and a grandmother who speaks only Korean.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future, a psychologist is hired to counsel inmates of a maximum-security prison. She discovers that the prisoners are being subjected to experimental psychological torture, and her own life becomes endangered when she uncovers a conspiracy involving the prison warden.
Critical Reception
Prey received a generally negative reception from critics, who found its plot convoluted and its execution lacking. While some acknowledged the ambitious themes, the film was largely criticized for its predictable twists and underdeveloped characters.
What Reviewers Say
- The film attempts a complex narrative but ultimately fails to deliver a coherent or engaging story.
- Performances are largely uninspired, failing to elevate the weak material.
- The visual style and premise hinted at potential, but were undermined by a derivative plot.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for actor Brad Pitt before Ally Sheedy was cast in the lead role.
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