Knocking
Knocking

Knocking

2021Movie78 minSwedish

After suffering a traumatic incident, Molly moves into a new apartment to begin her path to recovery, but it’s not long after her arrival that a series of persistent knocks and screams begin to wake her up at night.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Gabriel Bier GredelstedGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Mollie flees a troubled past by moving into a new apartment in Stockholm. However, her newfound peace is shattered when she begins to hear persistent, violent knocking sounds coming from the apartment above. As the sounds escalate and become more disturbing, Mollie starts to suspect that her upstairs neighbor is a murderer, and the building itself is trying to warn her.

Critical Reception

Knocking received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique blend of psychological horror, suspense, and its exploration of trauma. While some found the pacing deliberately slow, many appreciated its unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective use of suspense and psychological tension.
  • Astrid Wheeless delivers a compelling performance as a woman unraveling.
  • The film's unconventional approach to horror is both intriguing and unsettling.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's chilling atmosphere and suspenseful narrative, with many commending the lead actress's performance. Some viewers found the abstract nature of the horror less accessible, but the overall sentiment was positive regarding its originality and unsettling tone.

Fun Fact

The film's minimalist apartment setting and claustrophobic atmosphere were intentionally designed to amplify the psychological distress experienced by the protagonist.

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