Bad Omen
Bad Omen

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Bad Omen

2020
Movie
19 min
Persian

Kabul, Afghanistan. Pari, an in-house tailor, must find the means to purchase her prescription glasses in order to save her job.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users55%
Director: David AllenGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple inherits a remote, dilapidated farmhouse, hoping for a fresh start. However, strange occurrences and unsettling local legends soon suggest the property is cursed. As their dream home turns into a nightmare, they must confront a sinister presence that seeks to claim them.

Critical Reception

Bad Omen received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its pacing slow and its scares predictable. Audience reviews were slightly more forgiving, appreciating the atmospheric tension but often criticizing the underdeveloped plot and characterizations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric dread and unsettling mood.

  • Criticized for relying on derivative horror tropes and a lack of originality.

  • Some viewers found the ending unsatisfying and abrupt.

Google audience: Google users were divided, with some appreciating the film's attempts at creating a creepy atmosphere and jump scares. However, many felt the story was derivative of other horror films and lacked a compelling narrative, leading to disappointment.

Fun Fact

The isolated farmhouse used for filming was reportedly over 150 years old, adding to the authentic eerie atmosphere.

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