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Behind the Mirror
Serbian indie homage to giallo horror films.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends breaks into an abandoned asylum with the intention of filming a paranormal investigation. As they delve deeper into the decaying structure, they awaken a malevolent entity that begins to hunt them one by one. Their initial excitement turns into a desperate fight for survival as they realize the legends surrounding the asylum are terrifyingly real.
Critical Reception
Behind the Mirror received mixed to negative reviews, primarily criticized for its predictable plot and uninspired scares. While some acknowledged the film's atmospheric potential, many found it to be a derivative entry in the found-footage horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with pacing and relies heavily on jump scares.
Despite its premise, the scares often fall flat and feel unoriginal.
The found-footage style doesn't add much to the overall narrative or tension.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on a very low budget, with much of the cast and crew being aspiring filmmakers or students.
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