Reside
Reside

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Reside

2018
Movie
103 min
Thai

Soon after a mysterious-ritual ceremony has been performed in a house, there are several chilling and inexplicable events happening which allegedly relate to haunting-spirit possession influencing house members into violence.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Ari MasonGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman seeking a fresh start moves into a new apartment building, only to discover that the building's sinister history and its eccentric inhabitants are far more dangerous than she could have imagined. As strange occurrences escalate, she finds herself trapped, facing a terrifying truth about the building's malevolent nature. Her attempts to escape become a desperate fight for survival against forces she doesn't understand.

Critical Reception

Reside received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its underdeveloped plot and predictable scares. While some appreciated the attempt at a claustrophobic atmosphere, the overall consensus was that the film failed to deliver a truly compelling horror experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fails to build tension effectively despite a promising premise.

  • Relies too heavily on jump scares and familiar horror tropes.

  • Lacks character development and a cohesive narrative.

Google audience: Information not available.

Fun Fact

Despite its release in 2018, "Reside" did not receive a wide theatrical release and had limited availability, contributing to its low profile and lack of extensive critical review.

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