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A Bad Scene: Mesmerized
"A Bad Scene" is a film compilation, which speaks about the darker currents hiding in human relationships, situations, which are practically inescapable, in five different ways. The fourth short film, “Bewitched”, directed by Maria Avdjushko, talks about middle-aged Rainar, who discovers on a family outing that they have left behind their food. Wandering in the forest, he stumbles upon mysterious Liina, who slowly bewitches him.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends embarks on a camping trip in a remote forest, seeking a thrilling escape from their ordinary lives. Their adventure takes a sinister turn when they discover an abandoned, eerie research facility. As they explore its unsettling corridors, they uncover dark secrets and realize they are not alone, becoming the subjects of a terrifying experiment.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its reliance on jump scares and predictable plot twists. While some appreciated the atmospheric tension and the performances of the lead actors, many found the story derivative and lacking originality within the horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and suspenseful build-up.
Criticized for predictable scares and a derivative plot.
Performances were noted as a highlight, though unable to salvage the script.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'A Bad Scene: Mesmerized' are scarce and generally lukewarm. Those who have seen it often point to its tense moments but express disappointment in the story's lack of innovation.
Fun Fact
Director Egor Abramenko would later gain wider international recognition for his 2021 sci-fi horror film 'Sputnik'.
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