Knock Knock
Knock Knock

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Knock Knock

2021
Movie
110 min
Mandarin

In one night, in one room, three strangers–a thief, a retired policeman, and a delivery guy–are all present during the murder of the room's occupant. As the trio tries to figure out this bizarre situation, the stakes are raised when they discover a huge pile of cash. They soon realize that the only way to get out alive is to unravel this mystery. What initially seems like a coincidence, turns out to be destined from the beginning.

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users52%
Director: Eli RothGenres: Thriller, Horror, Erotic Thriller

Plot Summary

A devoted husband and father, Evan Webber, is left home alone for the weekend. His plans for a quiet time are interrupted by the arrival of two beautiful young women, Genesis and Bel, who claim to be lost and seeking help. What begins as a flirtatious encounter quickly escalates into a dangerous game of cat and mouse as the women reveal their true, manipulative intentions, turning Evan's life into a psychological and physical nightmare.

Critical Reception

Knock Knock received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its thin plot, questionable character motivations, and reliance on gratuitous violence and sexual content. While some acknowledged its attempt at a tense erotic thriller, most found it to be poorly executed and lacking depth. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the suspense and performances, while others found it unsatisfying and predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • While Keanu Reeves delivers a committed performance, the film suffers from a predictable plot and a lack of genuine tension.

  • The movie attempts to be a provocative erotic thriller but falls short due to its nonsensical narrative and gratuitous elements.

  • Despite its promising premise, 'Knock Knock' devolves into a campy and unconvincing descent into horror.

Google audience: Audiences were largely unimpressed with 'Knock Knock,' with many finding the plot illogical and the characters' actions unbelievable. While some viewers appreciated the premise of a home invasion thriller with erotic undertones, the majority felt the execution was flawed, leading to a disappointing viewing experience. Common criticisms include predictable twists and a lack of satisfying resolution.

Fun Fact

Ana de Armas's role as Bel was initially intended for another actress, but she was cast after the original choice dropped out.

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