Smile

After witnessing a bizarre, traumatic incident involving a patient, Dr. Rose Cotter begins experiencing terrifying hallucinations and unnatural occurrences. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she realizes she's being haunted by a malevolent entity that forces its victims to see disturbing visions before their eventual, gruesome deaths. Rose must confront her past trauma to find a way to escape this terrifying curse before it consumes her.

Smile was a surprise box office hit and received generally positive reviews from critics. Reviewers praised its effective jump scares, unsettling atmosphere, and strong lead performance, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. The film was particularly lauded for its ability to generate sustained dread and psychological terror.

• Praised for its intense atmosphere and effective scares.

• Sosie Bacon's performance is a highlight, carrying the film's psychological horror.

• Some critics found the narrative formulaic despite its chilling moments.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed Smile for its terrifying scares and suspenseful storytelling. Many praised the film's ability to create a sense of dread and its clever use of jump scares. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit formulaic, but the overall consensus was that it's a genuinely frightening horror experience.

The film was originally conceived as a short film titled 'Laura Hasn't Slept', which won a Remy Award at the 2020 WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival.