The Afflicted Generation
The Afflicted Generation

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The Afflicted Generation

2000
Movie
122 min
Persian

Setareh Asadi (Niki Karimi) is a young girl, who has gone to the house of a Qajar's Prince (Saeed Poursamimi) to be hired for nursing the prince's physically disabled son.... and this is the gate of what the story wants to tell about the society!

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Andrew van SleeGenres: Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

In a secluded, experimental psychiatric facility, a group of young adults grappling with severe emotional and psychological issues find themselves subjected to unconventional and increasingly disturbing treatments. As the lines between therapy and torture blur, they begin to uncover a sinister secret about the institution's true purpose and the people running it. Their struggle for survival becomes a fight against their own demons and a malevolent force manipulating their fragile minds.

Critical Reception

The film received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot, uneven pacing, and reliance on shock value over substance. Audience reactions were similarly mixed, with some appreciating its dark themes and psychological horror elements, while others found it unsatisfying and underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious attempt at psychological horror and dark atmosphere.

  • Criticized for a confusing narrative and underdeveloped characters.

  • Some found the disturbing themes effective, while others deemed it gratuitous.

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Fun Fact

The film was largely overlooked upon its release and has since become something of a cult curiosity within the horror genre.

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