Squid
Squid

Movie spotlight

Squid

2017
Movie
23 min
Korean

Sun-joo is a mother of two who is on her way to the beach with her daughter Hae-ji and son Geun-chul. But they run out of gas on the way and the car comes to a stop. The three of them start to blame each other in frustration and starts to fight, but why?

Insights

IMDb4.3/10
Director: Garth MaxwellGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In the tense thriller 'Squid,' a young man named Liam returns to his isolated hometown after the mysterious death of his estranged father. As he delves into his father's affairs, he uncovers a dark secret involving a dangerous local legend and a series of unsettling events. Liam finds himself entangled in a web of suspicion and fear, questioning who he can trust and what truly happened.

Critical Reception

Squid received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some praised its atmospheric tension, the overall consensus pointed to a derivative thriller that failed to deliver a compelling narrative or unique twist.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggled with pacing and a convoluted storyline.

  • Lacked the depth and originality expected from a thriller.

  • The atmosphere was noted as a potential strength, but ultimately underutilized.

Google audience: Audience reception for Squid is largely unknown due to limited public reviews. Based on available data, viewers found the plot confusing and the characters unengaging, with little to recommend it beyond basic genre elements.

Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film does not feature any actual squid.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review