Deliver Us from Evil
Deliver Us from Evil

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Deliver Us from Evil

2020
Movie
108 min
Korean

A retired contract killer goes on a bloody rampage when a young girl finds herself at the mercy of gangland human traffickers and only one man can come to her rescue, with an arsenal of weapons and years of experience in the art of killing.

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IMDb6.2/10
Google Users80%
Director: Seung-yong LeeGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective obsessed with a serial killer case finds himself drawn into a dark and mysterious world when he encounters a young woman with supernatural abilities. As he investigates a series of gruesome murders, he uncovers a connection between the victims and a sinister ritual. The detective must confront his own demons and race against time to prevent further tragedy.

Critical Reception

Deliver Us from Evil received mixed to positive reviews, with praise often directed at its intense atmosphere, solid performances, and suspenseful narrative. However, some critics found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and predictable at times, and the film's gore was noted as being particularly graphic. Despite some criticisms, it was generally seen as a competently executed thriller with strong production values.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful pacing and effective jump scares.

  • Hailed for strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.

  • Criticized by some for a plot that occasionally becomes overly complicated.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's tension and frightening moments. Many viewers found the story engaging and the scares effective, leading to a positive reception for its horror elements. Some reviewers noted that while the plot had its complexities, the overall experience was satisfying.

Fun Fact

The film's intricate plot draws inspiration from a combination of exorcism rituals and demonology, aiming to create a unique blend of spiritual horror and crime thriller elements.

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jenmglna

jenmglna

This action film is really perfect for those who really love action films because not only it has good storyline, but it is also well written and well edited. The cinematography of this film is really good although I'm not a huge fan of the...