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2019Movie9 minSwedish

A theater ensemble prepares for their performance of the evening when they find out that one of the main actresses is ill. They are divided on how to solve this. The show must go on ... or? Hierarchies and rankings become clear when the main actor commits to calling the boss.

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Dominic A. La NeveGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of friends receives an anonymous package containing a mysterious app that promises to fulfill their deepest desires. However, as they use the app, they find themselves drawn into a dangerous game where their worst fears and darkest secrets are exposed. With their lives spiraling out of control, they must uncover the truth behind the app before it consumes them entirely.

Critical Reception

Cancel received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many pointing to its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Some reviews acknowledged its attempt at social commentary on modern technology and its potential for suspense, but ultimately found it lacking in execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with pacing and character development, making it difficult for viewers to connect with the storyline.
  • While the premise has potential, the execution falls short, leading to a predictable and unsatisfying conclusion.
  • The movie's attempt at exploring themes of technology and desire is overshadowed by its conventional horror tropes.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Cancel are scarce, but those available suggest disappointment with the film's execution and a lack of originality in its horror elements.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, with much of the production taking place in and around the filmmakers' hometown to save costs.

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