Live
Live

Movie spotlight

Live

2018
Movie
90 min
English

Linda Johnson's life is unraveling on Facebook LIVE. The wrong person takes notice.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users60%
Director: David LipperGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of strangers find themselves trapped in a surreal, dilapidated house where they are forced to participate in a deadly game. As they try to survive and escape, they uncover dark secrets about the house and each other. The lines between reality and illusion blur, testing their will to live.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Live' received a mixed to negative reception. While some critics praised its attempt at suspense and the performances of its lead actors, many found the plot convoluted and the thriller elements underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the psychological aspects while others were disappointed by the lack of clear resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and compelling performances.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and an unsatisfying conclusion.

  • The film struggles to balance its psychological thriller ambitions with a coherent narrative.

Google audience: Google users were largely split on 'Live'. Many appreciated the intriguing premise and the actors' commitment, finding it a decent, albeit flawed, thriller. However, a significant portion of viewers found the storyline confusing and the ending to be anticlimactic, leading to disappointment.

Fun Fact

The house used for filming was a real abandoned property, which added to the authentic eerie atmosphere, but also presented significant logistical challenges for the production crew.

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