second coming
Mari's quiet everyday life falls apart when she meets a mysterious boy. Her uncle returns after a long absence and tells her that earth is under alien control and that Mari is half human and half alien, while the strange boy confesses that he is trying to escape because he has stolen the key to liberate human beings from Mari's alien uncle. Mari, who only half believes their stories, meets her sister though she is not supposed to have one. Where is Mari heading for in her upside-down life?
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Plot Summary
In 2008, a detective investigates a series of murders that are being blamed on a serial killer known as 'The Serpent'. As she gets closer to the truth, she realizes that the killer's motives might be more complex than she initially thought, involving ancient rituals and a dark prophecy.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its convoluted plot and pacing. However, some praised Halle Berry's performance and the film's attempt at a unique supernatural thriller.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Halle Berry's committed performance.
- Criticized for a confusing and predictable storyline.
- Noted for its dark atmosphere but ultimately failing to deliver a satisfying thriller.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a slow-burn thriller with a compelling lead performance, but many were disappointed by the convoluted plot and anticlimactic ending.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a supernatural thriller with a more overtly religious theme, but was significantly re-written and re-shot to be more of a crime procedural.
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