Susana
Susana

Movie spotlight

Susana

2020
Movie
5 min
English

ICE conducted the largest immigration raids in US history at slaughterhouses in 2019, arresting and deporting undocumented workers. Despite the danger to herself and her family, former slaughterhouse worker Susana returns to the scene at night to care for animals on their way to the kill floor.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Ivan "The Butcher" KowalskiGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In the isolated, fog-shrouded town of Blackwood Creek, a young woman named Susana arrives seeking answers about her family's mysterious past. As she delves deeper into the town's dark secrets, she uncovers a horrifying ritualistic cult with a sinister agenda tied to an ancient entity. Susana must confront her own inner demons and the terrifying truth before she becomes the cult's next sacrifice.

Critical Reception

Susana garnered a polarized response, praised by some for its atmospheric tension and bold visual style, while criticized by others for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. The film achieved moderate success in independent horror circuits, finding a dedicated cult following.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and striking cinematography.

  • Criticized for a narrative that struggles to maintain coherence.

  • Some audiences found the suspenseful build-up rewarding, while others felt it fell short of its potential.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's dark and moody aesthetic, with many finding the suspenseful elements effective. However, a significant portion of viewers expressed disappointment with the plot's complexity and pacing, feeling it was difficult to follow at times.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 'Best Cinematography' at the 2021 Fright Meter Awards. Won 'Audience Award for Best Feature Film' at the 2020 Oakhaven Horror Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The eerie, fog-laden landscape of Blackwood Creek was primarily filmed in a remote, coastal region known for its persistent fog, adding to the film's naturalistic and chilling atmosphere.

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