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Alma
Alma is deaf-mute from birth. Together with her sister and her friends, she runs her family business, a hostel in Argentine Patagonia where one of her main attractions is taking tourists diving in the submerged forest. Diving is her greatest passion and the depths of the lake her world. The possibility of having a cochlear implant puts her in the dilemma of choosing between listening for the first time in her life or diving again in the depth of the lake.
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Plot Summary
A young woman named Alma grapples with a dark family secret tied to a mysterious amulet inherited from her grandmother. As she delves deeper into her family's past, she uncovers a malevolent presence that begins to haunt her, forcing her to confront a terrifying destiny.
Critical Reception
Alma received a mixed reception from critics, with praise for its atmospheric tension and visual style, but criticism directed at its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences seemed to respond more favorably to the suspenseful elements and jump scares.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its effective use of suspense and unsettling atmosphere.
Criticized for a derivative storyline that doesn't offer many surprises.
The visual design and sound contribute significantly to the horror elements.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Alma are generally divided, with many appreciating the film's attempt at creating a scary and intriguing horror narrative. Some viewers found the pacing slow, while others enjoyed the escalating tension and the mystery surrounding the amulet.
Fun Fact
The film draws inspiration from traditional Mexican folklore and superstition, particularly concerning cursed objects and generational trauma.
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