Movie spotlight
Fixed
A friendly football match between Bahrein and Togo in 2010, turns out to be rigged, as the team representing Togo is a fake team set up by international gamblers. The bad guys turn out to be victims, the good guy is revealed as the international gambling criminal while the top crooks stay out of sight since they have the power to determine who’ll be convicted. A revealing peek into a hidden world.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a hiking trip discover a strange, ancient artifact that begins to affect their minds, causing them to experience violent hallucinations and paranoia. As they descend into madness, they must confront the terrifying reality of the artifact's power and its potential to destroy them from within. The boundaries between reality and nightmare blur as their sanity unravels in the remote wilderness.
Critical Reception
Fixed received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and unique premise, while others found its execution lacking. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with many appreciating the psychological horror elements but criticizing the pacing and underdeveloped plot. The film struggled to find a wide audience, making its overall reception somewhat niche.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and exploration of psychological horror.
Criticized for a slow pace and a plot that doesn't fully deliver on its potential.
The visual style and sound design were noted as strengths.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Fixed (2020)' is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize audience reception on that platform.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in the remote mountains of California, enhancing its isolated and claustrophobic atmosphere.
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