Loop
Loop

Movie spotlight

Loop

2012
Movie
95 min
English

A documentary filmmaker follows two homicide detectives as they track down a voyeuristic serial killer.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users55%
Director: Patrick GreeneGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near-future city plagued by a mysterious, contagious disease that causes its victims to relive the last moments of their lives, a detective is tasked with tracking down a serial killer who appears immune to the affliction. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to unravel the fabric of society and his own sanity.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often criticized its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. However, some praised its ambitious concept and the performances of its lead actors, while audiences had a slightly more favorable, though still divided, reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative premise and thematic exploration of memory and regret.

  • Criticized for a plot that becomes too complicated and fails to deliver a satisfying resolution.

  • Performances were generally seen as a strong point, though not enough to save the film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Loop' are split, with some appreciating the unique sci-fi horror concept and the actors involved. However, many found the storyline difficult to follow and felt the film ultimately didn't live up to its potential, leading to disappointment.

Fun Fact

The distinctive 'looping' effect experienced by the afflicted characters was achieved through a combination of subtle in-camera techniques and digital compositing, aiming for a disorienting yet seamless visual representation of fractured memory.

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