Sentenced

A teenage girl, nearing her 18th birthday, lives with her mother and her younger brother, who suffers from a mysterious illness. As her birthday approaches, she begins to suspect that her mother is hiding a dark secret related to her brother's condition and their isolated life in the countryside.

Sentenced received a mixed to positive reception from critics, often praised for its atmospheric tension and performances, though some found the pacing and plot development uneven. It resonated with audiences interested in psychological thrillers with a supernatural or folk horror bent.

• Praised for its creepy atmosphere and unsettling mood.

• Sofie Gråbøl's performance is a standout, adding depth to the maternal mystery.

• Some critics found the narrative slow-burn approach to be less engaging than expected.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely documented, but general consensus suggests it's a film that divides viewers between those who appreciate its slow-burn dread and those who desire more direct scares or plot resolution.

The film's original title was 'Før jeg glemmer dig' (Before I Forget You).