Post Mortem
Post Mortem

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Post Mortem

2010
Movie
98 min
Spanish

In Chile, 1973, during the last days of Salvador Allende's presidency, an employee at a Morgue's recording office falls for a burlesque dancer who mysteriously disappears.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Péter BergendyGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A Polish photographer travels to a remote Hungarian village to document the aftermath of a tragic event. He soon discovers that the town's inhabitants harbor dark secrets and that the line between the living and the dead is blurred. As he delves deeper, he finds himself caught in a supernatural investigation that threatens his sanity and his life.

Critical Reception

Post Mortem received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and visual style, while some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. Audiences generally appreciated its unsettling mood and the effective jump scares, though some noted its slower pacing in parts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creepy atmosphere and unsettling imagery.

  • Some found the narrative convoluted or lacking originality.

  • Effective use of sound design to build tension.

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Fun Fact

The film's setting in a remote Hungarian village, along with its focus on local folklore and superstitions, contributes significantly to its eerie and isolated atmosphere.

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