13 The Return
13 The Return

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13 The Return

2019
Movie
84 min
Indonesian

Rama, Garin, Farel, Quincy and Celsi survive from the spirit terror at the Ayunan Island resort which harbored a terrible history of the slaughter of a family and resort employees. Rama is frantic: her lover is in a mental hospital, the body of Hana, his sister, and Fira have not been found. Rama returns to Ayunan Island to look for them. But obstacles lay ahead.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: T.J. ScottGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends gather for a reunion at a remote cabin, only to find themselves targeted by a mysterious killer. As they try to survive the night, they uncover dark secrets about their past that connect them to the horrifying events unfolding.

Critical Reception

13 The Return received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on common horror tropes. While some found the suspenseful moments effective, the overall consensus leaned towards it being a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on jump scares and predictable plot points.

  • Lacks originality and memorable character development.

  • Fails to deliver sufficient suspense or terror for a horror film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 13 The Return are sparse, but those available suggest a disappointment with its uninspired storyline and lack of compelling performances. Viewers often found the film to be a derivative horror flick that doesn't offer anything new to the genre.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a franchise, with "13" being a recurring theme in the titles of its predecessors, exploring different horror scenarios tied to the number.

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