Condition: Critical
Condition: Critical

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Condition: Critical

1992
Movie
96 min
English

Medical drama about a killer virus on the loose in Los Angeles.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Director: Michael KennedyGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young doctor, Dr. Alex Aris, begins his residency at a decaying urban hospital with a sinister secret. As he uncovers a pattern of mysterious deaths and suspicious medical practices, he finds himself targeted by a shadowy conspiracy within the hospital walls. Alex must race against time to expose the truth before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Condition: Critical is a low-budget horror film that garnered a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often pointed to its predictable plot and reliance on conventional horror tropes, while some acknowledged its decent atmosphere and a few suspenseful moments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on familiar horror clichés.

  • Possesses a tense atmosphere but suffers from a weak script.

  • Some viewers found the medical thriller aspect engaging, despite its B-movie quality.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Condition: Critical' is not widely documented on Google reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific user sentiments.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a real, partially abandoned hospital in Pennsylvania, which contributed to its unsettling atmosphere.

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