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Onyx
After twelve years away, Martina and her mother travel to Villa Mercedes where their relatives live, including cousins she has not seen since childhood. Their mothers have a distant relationship due to problems in the family business. A tragedy allows the cousins to bond as they embark on a journey to reconnect with one another.
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Plot Summary
A young couple discovers a strange, glowing object in the woods near their remote cabin. As they interact with the object, known as Onyx, they begin to experience unsettling changes and vivid hallucinations. Their reality starts to blur, and they must confront the mysterious influence of Onyx before it consumes them entirely.
Critical Reception
Onyx received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and unique sci-fi premise. However, some found the pacing to be uneven and the narrative occasionally convoluted. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its thought-provoking themes and unsettling mood.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and ambitious sci-fi concept.
Noted for strong performances from its lead actors.
Criticized by some for a slow burn and an ambiguous resolution.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in the woods of North Carolina, adding to its natural and isolated atmosphere.
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