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Noah doesn't know how to swim
Atil, born without arms, living in the care of his father, Noah, who lost his wife to drowning in the river. Jimana, came to Noah after putting an end to the life of her stepfather, the tribal elder, who raped her, forcing the three parties into the path to escape the dock with a murder.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, haunted by a traumatic childhood event involving drowning, struggles with her fear of water. She takes a job at a secluded lake house with a group of strangers, hoping to confront her phobia. However, as strange occurrences and unsettling events begin to plague the group, she realizes that the lake holds a far more sinister secret than she ever imagined, and her fear might be the least of her worries.
Critical Reception
Noah doesn't know how to swim received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its derivative plot and uneven pacing. While some appreciated its attempts at psychological horror and atmosphere, many found the film failed to deliver on its premise, leading to a generally unimpressive reception.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts to build tension but often falls short.
Performances are generally adequate but cannot elevate the weak script.
The horror elements are either too predictable or underdeveloped.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Noah doesn't know how to swim are scarce, but the general sentiment among available commentary suggests a lack of engagement with the plot and a feeling that the film did not live up to its potential.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of low-budget independent horror films gaining traction in the late 2010s, often utilizing practical effects and smaller casts.
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