Durak
Durak

Durak

2017Movie85 minTurkish

What brings together successful journalist Tahir, teacher Feride and Nizam is a special invitation from a secret cult. This cult they are facing asks them to accept the invitation and start a new life.

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: Dzhambulat DzhambazovGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of young friends decide to play a deadly game of 'Durak' (Fool), a popular Russian card game, in an abandoned apartment. What starts as a casual pastime quickly turns into a terrifying ordeal when they realize they are not alone and the game has real-world, fatal consequences. The house itself seems to be a character, actively participating in their torment as their friendships unravel under the pressure of survival.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, with many pointing to its low production values, predictable plot, and reliance on jump scares. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some finding it mildly entertaining as a B-movie horror flick, while others criticized its lack of originality and pacing issues.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on cheap scares and predictable horror tropes.
  • Lacks originality and suffers from poor execution and acting.
  • May appeal to a niche audience looking for a low-budget, no-frills horror experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally unimpressed, with comments often highlighting the film's amateurish feel and uninspired narrative.

Fun Fact

The film was notably self-funded and produced with a very limited budget, with much of the crew and cast being friends of the director.

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