Hidden
Hidden

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Hidden

2022
Movie
103 min
Albanian

'Hidden' is a drama based on a true story, where a married couple is faced with a problem that the science describes as parapsychology phenomena but among the religious people is known as demonic possession.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users65%
Director: N C. K .Genres: Action, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A doctor takes her son into a sanatorium after they are infected with a strange disease. The condition causes people to develop a taste for human flesh. Her son is being treated, and she tries to protect him from the effects of the disease, as well as from the people who want to get rid of him.

Critical Reception

Hidden received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised its suspenseful atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot to be derivative and the horror elements to be less impactful than intended. The film struggled to find a wide audience, with many viewers citing its dark themes and bleak outlook as drawbacks.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and strong lead performances.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot and uneven pacing.

  • Seen as a competent but unoriginal entry in the survival horror genre.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's creepy ambiance and the commitment of the actors to their roles. However, many felt the story lacked originality and that the horror elements didn't quite land as effectively as they could have. Some viewers also found the ending to be unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The film's director, N.C. K., stated in an interview that the inspiration for the story came from a nightmare he had about contagious diseases that alter human behavior.

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