Those Among Us
Those Among Us

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Those Among Us

2016
Movie
10 min
English

Two men living in isolation kidnap, torture and kill seemingly innocent victims; but all is not what it appears.

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: Igor KolychevGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends decides to spend a weekend in an abandoned psychiatric hospital, hoping to capture paranormal activity on camera. As they delve deeper into the decaying institution, they awaken a malevolent presence that begins to pick them off one by one. The friends soon realize that escaping the hospital might be impossible as they are trapped with the entity that resides within.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for its predictable plot and reliance on jump scares. While some praised its atmospheric tension, many found it to be an uninspired entry into the found-footage horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on predictable jump scares and found-footage tropes.

  • Lacks originality and struggles to build genuine suspense.

  • Atmosphere is occasionally effective but overshadowed by a weak narrative.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Those Among Us' is largely negative, with viewers frequently citing a lack of originality and poor execution. Common complaints include a predictable storyline, unconvincing performances, and an over-reliance on common horror clichés.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, utilizing available locations and a small, independent production crew.

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