Stranded
Algeria, 1960. A section of French paratroopers are sent in search of a missing aircraft in the Algerian desert. The wreckage of the plane is quickly located, but there are no survivors, just a suitcase stamped “Top Secret”. Stormed by enemy soldiers, the troops find refuge in a strange abandoned citadel. Despite warnings from the place’s Guardian to leave at once, they wake up the Djinns, the evil spirits of the desert .
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a ski trip find themselves stranded when their snowmobile breaks down. As a blizzard rages around them, they seek refuge in an isolated cabin. However, they soon discover they are not alone, and a terrifying ordeal begins as they realize they are being stalked by an unseen killer.
Critical Reception
Stranded (2010) received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences, often being cited as a derivative and uninspired horror film. Its plot was frequently described as predictable, and the performances were met with mixed reactions. The film struggled to stand out in the crowded genre of survival horror.
What Reviewers Say
- Predictable plot that offers little originality.
- Relies on common horror tropes without adding anything new.
- Lackluster performances and uninspired direction.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Stranded are scarce and generally unimpressed, with many viewers finding it a forgettable entry in the horror genre.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Snowblind' before being changed to 'Stranded' for its release.
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