Incision
Incision

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Incision

2020
Movie
79 min
English

Beauty Blogger Alexa Landry only had one fear, plastic surgery. She ultimately had to face this fear when she was kidnapped with her friends by Dr. Cunningham. A deranged plastic surgeon who is obsessed with beautifying his victims.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes58%
Director: Joe LynchGenres: Horror, Thriller, Comedy

Plot Summary

A self-centered and disgraced plastic surgeon, Dr. Christopher Hughes, is desperate to regain his status. He takes on a risky case involving a mysterious illness that causes rapid tissue decay, forcing him into a dangerous ethical quandary. As the situation escalates, he must confront his own hubris and the horrifying consequences of his ambition.

Critical Reception

'Incision' received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its darkly comedic tone and gore, while some found its plot predictable. Audience reactions were similarly divided, appreciating the visceral horror elements and Lynch's directorial style, but some criticized its pacing and reliance on genre tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gory effects and darkly humorous moments.

  • Cited for Joe Lynch's energetic and stylish direction.

  • Criticized by some for a predictable plot and occasional pacing issues.

Google audience: Audience reviews were generally split, with some enjoying the over-the-top horror and black comedy, while others found it lacked originality and depth.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Incision,' directly reflects the surgical themes and the central character's profession as a plastic surgeon.

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