Charming
Charming

Movie spotlight

Charming

2021
Movie
21 min
French

Living alone with her pet vacuum cleaner in a depressing elderly center, Lisette hopes to find love online, but ends up becoming friends with Jules, a young janitor.

Insights

IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users45%
Director: David F. SandbergGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of young friends on a remote camping trip find themselves stalked by a mysterious and dangerous figure. As they try to survive the night, they uncover dark secrets about the woods and the terrifying entity hunting them. Their bonds are tested as paranoia and fear escalate, forcing them to confront their deepest anxieties to escape the deadly situation.

Critical Reception

Charming received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its atmospheric tension and visual style, many found the plot predictable and underdeveloped, with criticism directed at its reliance on genre tropes. The film struggled to stand out in a crowded horror market.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and stylish direction.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Struggles to deliver genuine scares or a compelling narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a division, with some appreciating the film's moody visuals and suspenseful build-up. However, a significant portion of viewers found the story to be too familiar, lacking originality, and ultimately disappointing in its execution and scares.

Fun Fact

Director David F. Sandberg is known for his work on other horror films like 'Lights Out' and 'Annabelle: Creation'.

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