Tape
Tape

Tape

2020Movie98 minEnglish

Based on true events and set in New York City, TAPE is the story of an aspiring actress (Isabelle Fuhrman) who crosses paths with the darker side of the entertainment industry.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Gigi KramerGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

Three friends embark on a camping trip that quickly spirals into a nightmare when they uncover a terrifying secret hidden in the woods. As paranoia and fear escalate, they realize they are not alone and that a dangerous presence is hunting them. Their struggle for survival becomes a desperate fight against an unseen enemy.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its predictable plot and reliance on jump scares. However, some praised its atmospheric tension and the performances of its young cast, though these were often overshadowed by the film's perceived lack of originality in the found-footage horror subgenre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on common found-footage horror tropes.
  • Atmosphere and tension are present but often undermined by weak storytelling.
  • Performances are serviceable, but the narrative fails to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a divided reception, with some finding it a mildly entertaining low-budget thriller and others dismissing it as uninspired and derivative.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily using a single handheld camera to achieve its found-footage aesthetic.

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