Birthday
Birthday

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Birthday

2018
Movie
8 min
English

Two grown men compete to be the most childish at a friend’s birthday party.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users85%
Director: Karyn KusamaGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

On her 40th birthday, a woman finds herself inexplicably reliving the same day over and over again. Each day she wakes up, she must navigate the strange occurrences and horrifying realities of her unending birthday. As she tries to break the cycle, she uncovers a disturbing truth about her own life.

Critical Reception

Birthday received generally positive reviews from critics, with particular praise directed at its unique premise and Eliza Dushku's performance. The film's blend of horror and psychological thriller elements resonated with many, though some found the pacing inconsistent.

What Reviewers Say

  • A clever and unsettling take on the time-loop trope within the horror genre.

  • Eliza Dushku delivers a captivating performance as a woman trapped in a personal nightmare.

  • The film effectively builds suspense and explores themes of trauma and self-discovery.

Google audience: Audiences praised the film for its original concept and suspenseful atmosphere, with many highlighting Eliza Dushku's strong portrayal of the protagonist. Some viewers found the ending a bit ambiguous, but overall satisfaction was high.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Karyn Kusama, is also known for directing the critically acclaimed horror film 'The Invitation'.

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