Compulsion
Compulsion

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Compulsion

2017
Movie
17 min
English

To give in, the blood must flow.

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Egidio EronicoGenres: Thriller, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman wakes up in a mysterious house with no memory of how she got there. As she tries to escape, she realizes she is not alone and must confront a terrifying presence within the house. Her quest for survival becomes a desperate fight against a manipulative and unseen force that seems to know her deepest fears.

Critical Reception

Compulsion received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and lack of originality. While some acknowledged the attempts at suspense, the film was widely criticized for its predictable twists and uninspired execution. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the psychological thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension in brief moments.

  • Criticized for its reliance on common horror tropes and a predictable storyline.

  • Found to be a slow-burn thriller that ultimately fails to deliver a satisfying payoff.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce, but the available feedback suggests a mixed to negative reception. Some viewers appreciated the attempt at a suspenseful narrative, while others found the pacing too slow and the plot unoriginal and lacking in genuine scares.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Egidio Eronico, also wrote the screenplay for 'Compulsion', marking his feature directorial debut after working on various short films and music videos.

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