Quarantina Gothika
Quarantina Gothika

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Quarantina Gothika

2020
Movie
45 min
Tagalog

Three dark stories in tribute to the Master of Horror, Peque Gallaga.

Insights

IMDb3.5/10
Director: Jeff ChanGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends decides to have a virtual reality party to escape the monotony of lockdown. However, their digital escape quickly turns into a nightmare as they become trapped in a terrifying virtual world. They must fight for their survival against a malevolent entity that feeds on their fears and desires.

Critical Reception

Quarantina Gothika received mixed to negative reviews, with critics largely panning its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated its attempt to tap into the anxieties of the pandemic era, most found its execution to be derivative and lacking in genuine scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its unoriginality and reliance on horror tropes.

  • Some found the VR concept interesting but poorly executed.

  • Lacked effective scares and character development.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this title.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic, with actors filming their scenes individually and directors communicating via video calls.

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