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Don't Buy the Seller
Soo-hyun, who has recently moved into a new house, buys a used washing machine through a second-hand app but finds out it doesn't work. Annoyed by the seller's irresponsibility, she leaves a comment calling the seller a con man, and reports it to the police. Little does she know that the seller is a psychopathic serial killer who uses an online second-hand market to lure his victims. Her comment renders his hunt for a new victim all but impossible so she becomes his next target. She starts receiving obscene phone calls, countless unwanted food deliveries, and strange men knocking on her door looking for a good time. A trip to the sender's address proves deadly serious when the police and Soo-hyun find a man’s dead body.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends decides to flip houses, believing they've found a foolproof investment. However, their dream of quick profit turns into a nightmare when they uncover a dark secret tied to one of the properties. As they delve deeper, they realize they've disturbed something sinister and must fight for their lives.
Critical Reception
Don't Buy the Seller received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics pointing to a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some praised its atmosphere and gore, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a truly original or impactful horror experience.
What Reviewers Say
Predictable plot elements and clichés hinder the film's potential.
Effective gore and suspenseful moments are unfortunately weighed down by weak character development.
Tries to be a smart thriller but ultimately falls into generic horror tropes.
Google audience: Audience reviews are divided. Many appreciated the suspenseful build-up and jump scares, finding it a decent watch for a low-budget horror flick. However, a significant portion of viewers found the story to be derivative and the ending unsatisfying.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of the production relying on practical effects and clever camera work to create its unsettling atmosphere.
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