Brake
Brake

Movie spotlight

Brake

2019
Movie
72 min
Korean

Siwoo, a high school student, is timid and fragile. His only hobby is taking a picture of his daily life with a camera. However, Ha-joon and his hobby, motorcycle, come to Siwoo, who nobody is interested in. "Break" begins to occur in Siwoo's daily life.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Google Users67%
Director: Jovanka VuckovicGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of strangers wake up locked in a basement with no memory of how they got there. As they try to escape, they discover they are part of a sinister experiment with a deadly agenda. The film unfolds as a tense survival thriller with elements of psychological horror.

Critical Reception

Brake received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its atmospheric tension and effective scares, though some found the plot predictable. Audience reactions were generally favorable, highlighting its claustrophobic setting and suspenseful narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective use of suspense and claustrophobic atmosphere.

  • Some critics noted a formulaic plot that didn't fully deliver on its initial promise.

  • The performances were generally seen as strong, contributing to the film's tension.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and tense atmosphere, with many finding it a worthwhile thriller. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more original or developed further.

Fun Fact

The film's intense and confined setting was deliberately designed to heighten the psychological distress of the characters and the audience.

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