The Lambs
The Lambs

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The Lambs

2019
Movie
30 min
Korean

Sang-yun, a boy who lives alone in the same village, visits Pastor Kang, who is carrying the funeral of his only son, “Mit-eum,” who has been brutally murdered by someone.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: Jenna PetrovaGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of estranged siblings inherits a remote, dilapidated farmhouse after their parents' mysterious deaths. As they delve into the property's dark history, they uncover a series of unsettling rituals and a terrifying entity that has been tied to their family for generations. They must confront their own fractured relationships and the malevolent force that threatens to consume them.

Critical Reception

The Lambs garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and unsettling horror elements. However, some found the plot predictable and the character development lacking. Audience reception was generally more favorable, particularly among fans of folk horror and psychological thrillers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and effective jump scares.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Hailed as a solid entry in the modern folk horror genre.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's dark and creepy mood, with many finding the story intriguing and the scares effective. Some viewers pointed out that the ending felt a bit rushed, but overall, it was considered a worthwhile horror experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Horror Feature at the Sitges Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The isolated farmhouse used in the film was a real, century-old property with a local reputation for being haunted, adding to the authentic eerie atmosphere.

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