Acid Horizon
Acid Horizon

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Acid Horizon

2018
Movie
64 min
English

Acid Horizon follows marine ecologist Dr. Erik Cordes on a harrowing deep-sea expedition to track down the "supercoral", a strain of the deep-water coral Lophelia pertusa that seems to possess the unique genetic capability to thrive in a low-pH ocean.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Philip JohnGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of scientists are on an expedition in the Antarctic when they stumble upon a mysterious and ancient structure. As they begin to investigate, they awaken a dormant, malevolent force that threatens to consume them all. Trapped and isolated, they must fight for survival against an unknown entity and their own escalating paranoia. The expedition descends into a harrowing fight against time and an otherworldly horror.

Critical Reception

Acid Horizon received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many praising its atmospheric tension and visual style but criticizing its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. The film struggled to find a wide audience, often being overlooked in the crowded horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and chilling visuals in the Antarctic setting.

  • Criticized for a plot that becomes increasingly difficult to follow.

  • Character development was often seen as lacking, hindering emotional investment.

Google audience: Audience feedback for Acid Horizon is scarce, but available comments suggest a divided reaction. Some viewers appreciated the film's attempt at a cerebral horror with a unique setting, while others found the narrative confusing and the scares to be uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around the remote, icy landscapes of Iceland, which served as a stand-in for the Antarctic to create its desolate and oppressive atmosphere.

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