Movie spotlight
The Malevolent
After a serious car accident that took the life of his wife, Keith finds himself confined to a wheelchair and imprisoned in his 4th floor walk-up apartment. Lonely and understandably questioning his faith, Keith is visited by his long time priest counsellor Father Salvo, home health care supervisor Julia, and his best friend Carlos. Keith struggles to decipher reality from his own dreams, delusions, and perception of death as he mourns the loss of his wife and struggles with a severe case of post-traumatic stress disorder.
Insights
Plot Summary
A young woman, Angela, agrees to participate in a terrifying experiment to prove the existence of ghosts. She spends a night in a remote, supposedly haunted mansion with a paranormal investigation team. As the night progresses, supernatural events escalate, blurring the lines between reality and delusion, and revealing the true nature of the evil lurking within.
Critical Reception
The Malevolent received a mixed to negative reception from critics, often criticized for its predictable plot and uninspired scares. While some acknowledged Florence Pugh's performance, the film struggled to stand out in the crowded horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
Often relies on jump scares and predictable horror tropes.
Pugh's performance is a standout but can't salvage the film.
Lacks originality and fails to deliver a truly terrifying experience.
Google audience: Audience reception for The Malevolent is largely negative, with viewers frequently citing its unoriginality and reliance on cliché horror elements. Many found the plot predictable and the scares unconvincing, leading to general disappointment.
Fun Fact
This film was originally titled 'The Hallow' before being changed to 'The Malevolent' for its release.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources