Murder Box
Murder Box

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Murder Box

2019
Movie
84 min
English

A stand up comedian with a brutal alter-ego is interrogated by police about the contents of his hard drive.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Tarek K. Al-YousefGenres: Thriller, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of young friends who are playing a dangerous game involving a mysterious box discover that they've unleashed something sinister. As strange occurrences begin to plague them, they must uncover the secrets of the box before it consumes them all. The film delves into themes of peer pressure and the consequences of dabbling in the unknown.

Critical Reception

Murder Box received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics pointing to its unoriginal plot and predictable scares. While some appreciated the attempt at a horror-thriller in the Saudi film industry, most found the execution lacking in depth and tension. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some enjoying the suspense but many expressing disappointment with the pacing and resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative storyline and fails to deliver consistent thrills.

  • Performances are uneven, and the direction struggles to build a palpable sense of dread.

  • Despite its genre aspirations, 'Murder Box' ultimately falls short in its attempt to create a compelling horror mystery.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was part of an emerging wave of Saudi Arabian-produced genre films, attempting to broaden the scope of local cinema beyond traditional dramas.

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