Serviced
Serviced

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Serviced

2019
Movie
46 min
English

Serviced explores touch based service businesses including cuddling, erotic massage, sex surrogacy and sex work. Meet the men who have foregone the 9-5 grind or are adding on a side-hustle service-based job. From cuddling to sex work we're looking at the world's oldest profession with eyes wide open.

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Jesse W. WalkerGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple seeking a romantic getaway checks into a remote, seemingly abandoned motel. However, their idyllic escape quickly turns into a terrifying fight for survival as they uncover the dark and sinister secrets hidden within the motel's walls, realizing they are not alone and that the establishment has a gruesome agenda for its guests.

Critical Reception

Serviced received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences. It was often cited for its weak storytelling, unoriginal plot points, and underdeveloped characters, though some acknowledged its atmospheric tension in certain moments. The film struggled to distinguish itself within the crowded independent horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to build suspense but ultimately relies on predictable horror tropes.

  • Performances are generally considered uninspired, failing to elevate the weak script.

  • The plot feels derivative of numerous other slasher and motel-themed horror films.

Google audience: Audience reception for Serviced is scarce, with little specific feedback available. When present, comments often echo critical sentiments, pointing to a lack of originality and a failure to deliver a truly engaging horror experience.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location at a real, reportedly dilapidated, motel, adding to its gritty and unsettling atmosphere.

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