The Silencing
The Silencing

The Silencing

2020Movie93 minEnglish

A reformed hunter becomes involved in a deadly game of cat and mouse when he and the local sheriff set out to track a vicious killer who may have kidnapped his daughter years ago.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic32/100
Google Users35%
Director: Robin ProntGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A small-town sheriff investigates the disappearance of a hunter, which is suspected to be linked to a series of attacks by a dangerous predator. As the investigation deepens, he uncovers a conspiracy involving a ruthless human trafficking ring. The sheriff must race against time to save the victim and expose the perpetrators.

Critical Reception

The Silencing received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and generic thriller elements. While some praised the performances of the lead actors and the attempts at creating suspense, many found the film to be a forgettable entry in the thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics often found the film to be a by-the-numbers thriller that failed to deliver on its premise.
  • The predictable plot and lack of originality were frequently mentioned as drawbacks.
  • While the acting was sometimes noted as a slight positive, it wasn't enough to elevate the overall quality.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'The Silencing' to be an uninspired thriller with a story that felt too familiar. Many viewers expressed disappointment with the execution, citing a slow pace and a lack of genuine suspense.

Fun Fact

The film's initial release was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with its theatrical run eventually being limited, and a VOD release becoming more prominent.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

_**Murder, vengeance and justice in the wilderness of the northern Great Lakes region**_ The alcoholic owner of a wildlife sanctuary (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) and the new Sheriff of a northern Minnesota county (Annabelle Wallis) discover e...
tmdb15435519

tmdb15435519

I found myself enjoying thriller, heavily influenced by The Most Dangerous Game, among others. While the story had its pitfalls, the cinematography and acting were solid.