Slaughterhouse
Slaughterhouse

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Slaughterhouse

2022
Movie
106 min
Spanish

1975. An American filmmaker arrives in Argentina to film the story of the first revolt of laborers against landowners. Hoping to document history, instead, he finds himself becoming part of it as he’s swept into the revolt and soon finds himself on the run from the dark bloodiness that is sweeping the country.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: Franklin C. SmithGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a road trip decides to take a shortcut through a secluded, seemingly abandoned town. Unbeknownst to them, the town is a hunting ground for a deranged family who relishes in terrorizing and dismembering unsuspecting travelers. As they become trapped, the friends must fight for their lives against the sadistic inhabitants and find a way to escape the horrifying fate that awaits them.

Critical Reception

Slaughterhouse (2022) received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences, with many citing its predictable plot, low-budget execution, and reliance on gratuitous violence over substance. It was generally considered a forgettable entry in the slasher subgenre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by some for its commitment to gore, but criticized for its lack of originality.

  • Viewers found the acting to be unconvincing and the plot overly simplistic.

  • The film's low production value was frequently noted as a significant detractor.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Slaughterhouse are predominantly negative, with common complaints focusing on the film's poor acting, nonsensical plot progression, and excessive reliance on cheap scares and gore. Many viewers felt it was a waste of time and offered nothing new to the horror genre.

Fun Fact

Despite its limited release and poor reception, the film notably features a performance by the late actor Tom Sizemore in one of his final roles.

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