Black Circle
Black Circle

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Black Circle

2019
Movie
90 min
Swedish

The lives of two sisters change dramatically, since they were hypnotized by a mystical vinyl record from the 1970s.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Adolfo Fern deGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In Madrid, a young journalist named Nina investigates a series of mysterious deaths linked to a viral video known as 'Black Circle'. As she delves deeper into the urban legend, she uncovers a dark ritualistic society and finds herself drawn into a terrifying world where the lines between reality and hallucination blur. Nina must race against time to expose the truth before becoming the video's next victim.

Critical Reception

Black Circle received mixed reviews from critics, often described as a visually striking but narratively convoluted horror film. While some praised its atmosphere and attempts at originality, others found the plot difficult to follow and the scares inconsistent. Audience reception was similarly divided.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and unique visual style.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and pacing issues.

  • Some found the jump scares effective, while others felt the film relied too heavily on them.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their sentiments for 'Black Circle (2019)' is not readily available or consolidated.

Fun Fact

The film's plot draws inspiration from urban legends surrounding cursed videos, a popular trope in early 2000s horror cinema.

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