Mercy

A daughter is haunted by the looming death of her mother and the supernatural forces surrounding her. As her mother's life drains away, she begins to suspect that a dark presence is responsible. She must then confront this malevolent entity before it consumes her family entirely.

Mercy received a generally negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares uninspired. While some acknowledged the performances, particularly Frances O'Connor's, the film was largely criticized for its reliance on familiar horror tropes and a lack of originality. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the supernatural horror genre.

• Relies too heavily on jump scares and predictable plot points.

• Performances are adequate but can't save a derivative story.

• Fails to deliver genuine thrills or originality in the horror genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that many found the movie to be a disappointing and unoriginal horror film. While some appreciated the attempt at a spooky atmosphere, the majority felt that the plot was predictable, the scares were weak, and the overall experience was forgettable.

The film is based on a short story by Stephen King titled 'Gramma'.