Friend Request

Laura, a popular college student, accepts a mysterious friend request from a lonely girl named Marina. Soon after, Laura's life begins to unravel as Marina's obsession escalates, leading to disturbing events and a growing sense of dread. When Marina tragically commits suicide, Laura and her friends find themselves targeted by a supernatural entity seemingly unleashed by Marina's act.

Friend Request received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on common horror tropes. Audiences were somewhat divided, with some appreciating the tension and jump scares, while others found the story lacking originality and depth. The film struggled to make a significant impact commercially.

• The film attempts to tap into modern anxieties about social media but falls short with a derivative storyline.

• Despite some unsettling moments, the horror elements are often generic and uninspired.

• Performances are adequate, but the script fails to elevate the material beyond a standard supernatural thriller.

Google audience: Google users found the movie to be a standard horror flick with some suspenseful moments, but many felt it was too predictable and didn't offer anything new to the genre. Some viewers enjoyed the attempts at modern commentary on online friendships, while others were disappointed by the lack of originality.

The film's initial release was in 2016 in Germany, but it received a wider international release in 2017 and a US release in 2019, leading to some confusion about its release year.