Go Back
Go Back

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Go Back

2021
Movie
98 min
Korean

Jiwon, a motivated new police officer, is strangely bothered after meeting Osun, a social worker. On a hot summer day, a kidnapper sends a message saying, ‘If you want to save the kidnapped child, donate money to the welfare center.’ The incident becomes a national concern as the media report it. Somehow, Jiwon doubts the link between the case and Osun.

Insights

IMDb4.1/10
Director: Devon CodyGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip find themselves in a desperate fight for survival when they stumble upon a terrifying cult. As they try to escape, they uncover a dark secret that threatens to consume them all. The film follows their harrowing ordeal as they are hunted through the wilderness.

Critical Reception

Go Back received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences, with many criticizing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. However, some praised its atmospheric tension and gore, particularly within the horror genre community.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on typical slasher tropes.

  • Praised for its gruesome practical effects.

  • Criticized for a lack of originality and character depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a polarizing experience, with some appreciating the horror elements and others finding it derivative and uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of its visual style achieved through practical effects and creative cinematography.

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