Smetak
Smetak

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Smetak

2018
Movie
97 min
Portuguese

Insights

IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users78%
Director: Adam RobitelGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Six strangers find themselves in a deadly puzzle-filled escape room challenge, orchestrated by a mysterious organization. As they navigate through increasingly dangerous rooms, they realize they are connected by past tragedies and must confront their deepest fears to survive. The survivors discover the game is a testing ground for a larger, more sinister purpose.

Critical Reception

Smetak received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and inventive set pieces, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally responded well to the film's escalating tension and gore, making it a commercial success within the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thrilling premise and claustrophobic tension.

  • Complimented for its clever puzzles and effective jump scares.

  • Criticized by some for relying on familiar genre tropes.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's high-stakes suspense and creative escape room challenges. Many found the film to be a satisfyingly scary thriller that kept them on the edge of their seats. Some viewers noted that while predictable at times, the overall execution was strong.

Fun Fact

The film's intricate escape room designs were inspired by real-life escape room experiences, with the production team consulting with escape room designers to create authentic and challenging puzzles.

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