American Carnage
American Carnage

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American Carnage

2017
Movie
9 min
English

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users40%
Director: Josh ForbesGenres: Comedy, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of young adults are hired for a "social experiment" at a lavish mansion. They soon discover that their hosts have sinister intentions and are forcing them to participate in a deadly game of survival. The guests must band together to escape the mansion before they become victims of their captors' twisted amusement.

Critical Reception

American Carnage received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and uneven tone. While some praised its attempts at social commentary and its few effective horror moments, many found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to blend horror with social satire but struggles to find a consistent voice.

  • Some viewers found the premise intriguing, but the execution was often predictable.

  • Performance from the cast were generally noted as trying their best given the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a disappointment with the film's predictable storyline and lack of genuine scares. While a few appreciated the dark humor, many felt it failed to deliver on its promising premise, leading to a generally underwhelming viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film's title, "American Carnage," was intended to evoke a sense of dread and societal decay, reflecting the underlying themes explored within the narrative.

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